Holiday Star Cucumber Bites (Printer View)

Crisp cucumber rounds topped with creamy spread and vibrant garnishes for a festive touch.

# What you'll need:

→ Produce

01 - 2 large cucumbers
02 - 1 small red bell pepper
03 - 1 small yellow bell pepper
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

→ Dairy

05 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

→ Pantry

07 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Wash cucumbers and slice into 1/3-inch thick rounds. Cut star shapes from the center of half the rounds using a small star-shaped cookie cutter; reserve for garnish.
02 - Combine cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl; mix until smooth and creamy.
03 - Finely dice the red and yellow bell peppers.
04 - Spoon or pipe cream cheese mixture onto each whole cucumber round, then top with diced bell peppers and fresh dill.
05 - Place a cucumber star on top of each bite, if desired, or add alternate garnishes.
06 - Arrange cucumber bites on a platter and serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for holiday parties
  • Colorful and visually appealing bites
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or chopped chives to the cream cheese mixture
  • Garnish with pomegranate seeds for a festive touch
03 -
  • Use cold cucumbers for firmer bites
  • Prepare cream cheese mixture a few hours ahead for best flavor melding
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