Holiday Star Cucumber Bites (Printable)

Crisp cucumber rounds with a creamy, zesty topping and colorful bell pepper garnish.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 ounces 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

# Directions:

01 - Wash and slice cucumbers into 1/3-inch thick rounds. Using a small star-shaped cookie cutter, cut a star shape out of the center of half the rounds and set aside the stars for garnish.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
03 - Finely dice red and yellow bell peppers.
04 - Pipe or spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto each whole cucumber round.
05 - Sprinkle diced bell peppers and fresh dill over each bite for color.
06 - Top each bite with a cucumber star or other garnish as desired.
07 - Arrange bites on a platter and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare appetizers that look festive
  • Vegetarian and customizable with garnishes
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 a small star-shaped cookie cutter for best garnish results
  • Serve immediately for the freshest taste and texture
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