Mussels Gazpacho

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16 to 24 large fresh mussels in shell, debearded and well scrubbed

1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced small

2 tomatoes, seeds removed and diced small

1 red onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

2 teaspoons tomato paste

2 dashes hot sauce (recommended: Tobasco)

2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

1 lime, juiced

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup sour cream, as garnish, optioinal