Herb and Lemon Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese
A refreshing and easy-to-make snack, these Herb and Lemon Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese combine crisp cucumbers with a creamy herb mixture, perfect for gatherings or a light summer lunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber Washed and sliced into rounds
- 1 cup cream cheese Softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill Chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives Chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste salt For seasoning
- to taste pepper For seasoning
- for garnish lemon zest Optional for presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it into half-inch thick rounds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped dill, chives, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Spread or pipe the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
- Sprinkle lemon zest on top of each bite for flavor and presentation.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes if preferred before serving.
Notes
These bites can be customized with different herbs or ingredients for flavor variations. Avoid assembling too early to prevent sogginess.