Best 11 Cucumber Bites Recipes

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Cucumber bites are a refreshing and savory appetizer that can be enjoyed on any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a creamy, tangy, or spicy flavor, there is a cucumber bites recipe out there for you. This article will provide you with a few of the most popular cucumber bites recipes, so you can find the perfect one to impress your guests.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB CUCUMBER BITES



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I look for recipes that are deceptively easy. These fancy-but-quick crab and cucumber appetizers are heavenly, and the stand-out colors light up any gathering or holiday table, no matter the season. -Nancy Czarnick, Desert Hills, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 medium cucumbers
2/3 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Peel strips from cucumbers to create striped edges; cut each cucumber into 16 slices, about 1/4-in. thick. Pat dry with paper towels; set aside., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, lemon juice and pepper sauce until smooth. Fold in the crab, red pepper and onions. Place 1 heaping teaspoonful onto each cucumber slice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CUCUMBER BITES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 ounces cream cheese, such as Kraft Philadelphia, room temperature
4 ounces blue cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 English cucumber, sliced in half lengthwise, seeds scooped out with a spoon to create 2 "boats"

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese, blue cheese, cranberries, pecans, butter, honey and some salt and pepper in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix until fully combined.
  • Spread the filling into the cucumber "boats." Slice crosswise into 1-inch pieces.

SMOKED SALMON CUCUMBER BITES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic flakes
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons flaked sea salt
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill, plus whole sprigs, for garnish
1 lemon, zested
1 large English cucumber
One 4-ounce package sliced smoked salmon

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, onion flakes, garlic flakes, black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream, minced dill, lemon zest and remaining 1 teaspoon sea salt; set aside.
  • With a peeler, stripe the cucumber, running the peeler from one tip to the other, leaving a small strip of skin in between each peel. Using a mandoline or knife, slice the cucumber on the bias into 1/4-inch slices. Slice the salmon into 2-inch strips.
  • Lay out the cucumber slices on a platter. Place about 1/2 teaspoon of the sour cream mixture on each cucumber. Ripple or fold the strips of smoked salmon and place on top of the sour cream mixture. Garnish with dill sprigs and sprinkle with the seasoning mix before serving.

CUCUMBER CRAB BITES



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Hints of pineapple and cucumber add unique fresh flavor to these delicate appetizers shared by Jeannie Klugh from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The tasty bites make a beginning to boast about for any meal or light spring luncheon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1-1/4 cups canned crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or imitation crabmeat
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1 large English cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dill, mustard and seafood seasoning. Stir in the crab and pineapple. Spread over cucumber slices. Sprinkle with onions. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

AVOCADO BASIL CUCUMBER BITES



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Refreshing, healthy, and so-tasty appetizer that takes just minutes to prepare but looks exotic. Great for the abundance of cukes and tomatoes in the garden.

Provided by amoli

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
½ cup fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 clove garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 plum tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon plain yogurt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Blend avocado, basil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a food processor or blender until smooth.
  • Spread avocado mixture onto each cucumber slice and top with tomato slice and yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 0.2 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 153.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

COOL AND CREAMY CUCUMBER SPREAD BITES



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The taste of light and refreshing cucumber sandwiches spread on tasty Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®.

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 English cucumber, minced
4 ounces goat cheese, softened
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (7.2 ounce) package Original Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®

Steps:

  • Combine cucumbers, cheese, red onion, dill, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl. Stir well.
  • Spread mixture on Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 276.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

CREAMY CUCUMBER BITES



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Refreshing and delicious appetizer. I've had friends make this with bottled zesty Italian dressing or the dry packaged dressing. People love it either way.

Provided by Tricia McTamaney

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) bottle zesty Italian-style salad dressing
1 (5 ounce) package melba toast rounds
2 small cucumbers, sliced
1 sprig fresh dill, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese and dressing together in a bowl. Spread mixture over melba toasts. Top with cucumber slices and sprinkle with dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 549.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CRAB CUCUMBER BITES RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by á-2710

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 medium cucumbers
2/3 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 (8-ounce) package imitation crabmeat, chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Peel strips from cucumbers to create striped edges; cut each cucumber into 16 slices, about 1/4-inch thick. Pat dry with paper towels; set aside. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, lemon juice and pepper sauce until smooth. Fold in the crab, red pepper and onions. Place 1 heaping teaspoonful onto each cucumber slice. Serve immediately.

CREAM CHEESE CUCUMBER BITES (KIDS SAILBOATS)



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This recipe is from Kraft Foods originally. It is nice way to use extra cucumbers. For adults this appetizer is one to have with a bunch of other stuff as a filler and needs to be seasoned with salt and pepper. If you have kids it is a great way to get kids to eat their veggies when you make sailboats. Make sure to seed the "boats" and omit salt and pepper. Use a toothpick as the pole of the sail if you'd like and thin pieces of carrot as sails. Fast and easy and can be made ahead. Enjoy! ChefDLH

Provided by ChefDLH

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 carrot, shredded (about 1/2 cup divided )
1/2 cup chive & onion cream cheese (1/3 Less Fat)
2 cucumbers, cut lengthwise in half, seeded
salt and pepper
peas (optional)

Steps:

  • RESERVE 2 tablespoons carrots.
  • Mix remaining carrots with cream cheese;
  • spoon into cucumber shells.
  • Top with reserved carrots.
  • Cut each cucumber half into 5 pieces to serve.
  • For Kids- Let the kids make cucumber "boats" instead! Just fill the cucumber shells with the cream cheese mixture as directed. Then, add snow peas for the sails. Decorate with other cut-up fresh vegetables as desired to resemble colorful sailboats.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 31.9, Sodium 106.6, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 2.8

HUMMUS AND CUCUMBER BITES



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Keep pita bread and store-bought hummus on hand to make an easy appetizer in 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pita (pocket) breads (6 inch)
2/3 cup roasted red pepper hummus (from 7-oz container)
1/3 English (seedless) cucumber (about 4 inches)
1/2 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika
16 fresh dill weed sprigs

Steps:

  • Cut each pita bread into 8 wedges. Spread about 1 teaspoon hummus on each wedge.
  • Score cucumber peel lengthwise with tines of fork. Cut cucumber in half lengthwise. Cut each half crosswise into 16 thin slices. Place 2 half-slices cucumber on hummus on each bite.
  • Sprinkle with paprika. Garnish with dill weed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CUCUMBER BITES WITH HERBED CREAM CHEESE & CHERRY TOMATO RECIPE - (3.9/5)



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Provided by ShoDav

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces (1 Brick) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1/4 cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons fresh dill or thyme
3 to 4 long cucumbers, skinned and sliced into 1 inch slices
15 cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
Salt, to taste
Paprika or cajun spice mix, for garnish

Steps:

  • First, Make the herbed cream cheese: in a stand mixer, mix the softened cream cheese with the ranch dressing and herbs. Mix until well combined. Spoon into a piping bag with a star tip. Prepare the cucumber, remove peel, and using a fork, score the sides. Slice into 1 inch pieces. Using a melon baller, remove a portion of the center of one side of the piece of cucumber, leaving a half moon crater. Pipe the Herb Cream Cheese into the crater. Enough to stick out of the top about 1/2 inch. Add a half Cherry Tomato partially buried into the Herb Cream Cheese Sprinkle additional salt, herbs and spice mix for additional color. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose the right cucumbers: For the best results, use fresh, firm cucumbers that are free of blemishes. English cucumbers, also known as seedless cucumbers, are a popular choice for cucumber bites because they have a mild flavor and a crisp texture.
  • Slice the cucumbers evenly: This will help to ensure that they cook evenly. If you are using a mandoline, be sure to use the safety guard to protect your fingers.
  • Soak the cucumber slices in salt water: This will help to remove excess moisture from the cucumbers and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The possibilities are endless when it comes to toppings for cucumber bites. Some popular options include cream cheese, sour cream, yogurt, salsa, and guacamole. You can also add chopped herbs, bacon bits, or nuts.
  • Serve chilled: Cucumber bites are best served chilled. This will help to keep them refreshing and crisp.

Conclusion:

Cucumber bites are a delicious and refreshing appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different topping options, there is sure to be a cucumber bite that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give cucumber bites a try. You won't be disappointed!

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