Fresh Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese
A quick and easy summer snack featuring crisp cucumber slices topped with whipped cream cheese and everything bagel seasoning, perfect for entertaining or a refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large English cucumbers, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the English cucumbers thoroughly. Using a sharp serrated knife, slice them into even 1/4-inch rounds.
- In a mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese by stirring it with a spoon or whisk. Add the lemon juice, a pinch of salt and pepper, and the finely chopped dill if using. Whip it until smooth and spreadable.
- Carefully spread about a teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture on each cucumber slice. Avoid overloading to prevent sogginess.
- Generously sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning over each cream cheese-topped slice.
- Place the bites on a serving platter and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and keep the cucumbers crisp.
Notes
Use firm English cucumbers for best texture. Soften cream cheese to room temperature for easier spreading. Assemble just before serving to avoid sogginess. Variations include using dairy-free cream cheese or adding toppings like smoked salmon or pickled jalapeño.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cucumber slice wit
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 2.5
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0.2
- Protein: 1
Keywords: cucumber bites, cream cheese, everything bagel seasoning, summer snack, easy appetizer, healthy snack, gluten-free, vegetarian