Herbed Cream Cheese Cucumber Rounds
Herbed Cream Cheese Cucumber Rounds are a refreshing and delightful appetizer combining the crunch of fresh cucumbers with creamy, herb-infused cream cheese. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, these bites are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With vibrant colors and delicious flavors, you’ll want to make these again and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 14 minute
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into ¼-inch thick rounds.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese with chives, dill, parsley, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread a generous dollop of the cream cheese mixture on each cucumber round.
- Optional: Garnish with extra herbs or paprika before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 cucumber rounds (100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in roasted garlic or crumbled feta into the cream cheese mixture. Experiment with different herbs based on your preferences.