Description
These refreshing Cucumber Bites are a perfect appetizer for any occasion. Featuring crisp cucumber slices filled with a creamy herb-infused mixture and topped with juicy cherry tomato halves, they are easy to prepare and delightfully flavorful. Ideal for parties, gatherings, or a light snack, these bites combine textures and fresh ingredients to create a delicious, bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 14 cherry tomatoes
- 2 cucumbers
Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
Garnish
- fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Cucumbers: Wash, peel, and slice the cucumbers into ½ inch thick slices, making sure to discard the ends to create uniform pieces.
- Hollow Cucumbers: Using a small measuring spoon, carefully remove a small portion of the center from each cucumber slice to create a cavity for the filling.
- Make Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch dressing, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Add Herbs: Stir in the chopped fresh dill into the filling mixture until evenly distributed.
- Fill Cucumbers: Transfer the filling into a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe approximately 1 tablespoon of filling onto each hollowed cucumber slice, filling the center completely.
- Prepare Tomatoes: Slice each cherry tomato in half carefully to create flat halves for topping.
- Assemble Bites: Place one half of a cherry tomato on top of the filling on each cucumber slice, pressing gently to secure.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly ground pepper over the assembled cucumber bites to taste and serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use homemade ranch dressing if available.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Keep the cucumber slices chilled until serving to maintain crispness.
- These bites are best eaten fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours.
- Use a piping bag with a star tip to create a decorative filling appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cucumber bites, appetizer, creamy filling, cherry tomatoes, easy snack, no cook, party food
