Description
Cucumber with cream cheese is a cool, creamy appetizer or snack that pairs crisp cucumber slices with herb-seasoned cream cheese for a refreshing and satisfying bite.
Ingredients
1 fresh cucumber
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 tbsp fresh dill or chives, chopped (optional)
1/4 tsp garlic powder or onion powder (optional)
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Crackers or bread rounds (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumber into rounds or long thin strips.
- In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese with chopped herbs, salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice and garlic/onion powder.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
- Garnish with extra herbs or a sprinkle of black pepper, if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving for extra refreshment.
Notes
- Use English or Persian cucumbers for best texture and fewer seeds.
- Add everything bagel seasoning for an extra flavor boost.
- Use a piping bag for a decorative touch when serving for parties.
- Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for easier mixing and spreading.
- Top with a slice of smoked salmon for added protein and elegance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg