Deliciously Creamy Crunchy Cucumber Bites to Wow Your Guests
Crunchy Cucumber Bites are a refreshing, creamy appetizer that impresses guests with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- hand mixer
- Piping Bag
- melon baller
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 8 oz Cream cheese softened
- 4 oz Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoon Fresh dill chopped
- 2 tablespoon Chives chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
For the Cucumber Bites
- 2 large Cucumbers firm and straight
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for garnish
- Smoked paprika or everything bagel seasoning optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly to remove any dirt. Slice them into 1-inch thick rounds.
- Scoop out the center of each cucumber round using a melon baller to create a hollow.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, dill, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture into a piping bag and pipe generously into each cucumber well.
- Garnish with a slice of cherry tomato or a piece of red bell pepper on top of each bite, and sprinkle smoked paprika or everything bagel seasoning if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
These bites are best served cold and can be prepared a few hours in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 2bitesCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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