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easy cucumber appetizer

Easy Cucumber Appetizer: Refreshing Bites in 15 Minutes


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and simple cucumber appetizer that combines crispness with flavorful toppings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large cucumbers
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved for garnish

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers.
  2. Slice the cucumbers into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  3. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on each cucumber slice.
  5. Top with a half cherry tomato for garnish.
  6. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative.
  • You can add smoked salmon on top for a more upscale presentation.
  • Chill cucumbers for 30 minutes before serving for extra crispness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 cucumber slices
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: easy cucumber appetizer, cucumber bites, fresh appetizer, cream cheese cucumber