Keto Cucumber Cream Cheese Bites
Keto Cucumber Cream Cheese Bites
Ingredients
For the Cucumber Bites
- 1 English cucumber, medium, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 8 ounces cream cheese, full-fat, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 2 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced, optional garnish
- 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning, optional garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Wash and dry the English cucumber. Slice it into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Lay the cucumber slices on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess moisture. This helps prevent the bites from becoming soggy.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Make the cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened full-fat cream cheese, fresh dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Assemble the bites: Using a small spoon or a piping bag, dollop or pipe a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice. Spread it evenly to the edges.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Garnish and serve: If desired, top each cream cheese bite with a small piece of smoked salmon or a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor and visual appeal. Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately, or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.
⏱️ 2 min
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Keto Cucumber Cream Cheese Bites
Ingredients
For the Cucumber Bites
- 1 English cucumber, medium, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 8 ounces cream cheese, full-fat, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 2 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced, optional garnish
- 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning, optional garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Wash and dry the English cucumber. Slice it into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Lay the cucumber slices on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess moisture. This helps prevent the bites from becoming soggy.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Make the cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened full-fat cream cheese, fresh dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Assemble the bites: Using a small spoon or a piping bag, dollop or pipe a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice. Spread it evenly to the edges.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Garnish and serve: If desired, top each cream cheese bite with a small piece of smoked salmon or a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor and visual appeal. Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately, or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.
⏱️ 2 min