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Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese, Radish, and Dill

📋 Modified: Jun 28, 2024 Published: Jun 28, 2024 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious appetizer? Our Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese, Radish, and Dill are perfect for a poolside snack. Learn how to make these low-carb bites with this easy recipe!

Looking for more cucumber inspiration? Try our Creamy Cucumber and Radish Salad or our Mediterranean Smashed Cucumber Salad.

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Cucumber bites are a refreshing appetizer made from layers of thinly sliced cucumbers, creamy cheese, radishes, and a sprinkle of fresh dill and Everything bagel seasoning. This snack is not only visually appealing but also offers so much flavor, making it a popular choice for those looking for an easy yet elegant snack.

If you like this appetizer, you may also love our Prosciutto Wrapped Cantaloupe, Simple Watermelon Caprese Appetizers or our Charcuterie Skewers.

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  • Why We Love This Recipe
  • Cucumber Bite Ingredients
  • Substitutions & Variations
  • How to Make Healthy Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese, Radish, and Dill
  • Expert Tips for Success
  • Storage
  • Recipe FAQs
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Why We Love This Recipe

  • Healthy and Low-Carb: These cucumber bites are a great low-carb snack option.
  • Quick and Easy: Perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings.
  • Versatile and Customizable: Can be adapted with various toppings and seasonings.
  • Fresh and Flavorful: The combination of cucumber, cream cheese, radish, and dill is refreshing and delicious.

Cucumber Bite Ingredients

  • Persian Cucumbers (Snack cucumbers): Small and crisp, perfect for bite-sized snacks.
  • Radishes: Adds a peppery crunch and vibrant color.
  • Cream Cheese or Alouette Spreadable Cheese: Choose from cucumber and dill or garlic and herb varieties for a flavorful base.
  • Fresh Dill: A delicious herb that enhances the freshness of the bites.
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning: A garlicky blend that adds flavor.

A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Cream Cheese: Substitute with a thick Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • Radishes: Use thinly sliced cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for a different flavor profile.
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning: Swap with sesame seeds or poppy seeds if you prefer a simpler topping.
  • Flavor: Add smoked salmon slices or tomato.
  • Kid-Friendly: Let kids decorate their own bites with different toppings.

How to Make Healthy Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese, Radish, and Dill

STEP ONE: Prepare the Cucumbers

Slice the Persian cucumbers into thin, uniform slices.

STEP TWO: Prepare the Radishes

Slice the radishes into thin, uniform slices.

STEP THREE: Assemble the Bites

Spread a layer of cream cheese or Alouette spreadable cheese on half of the cucumber slices. Place another cucumber slice on top of the spread cheese. Top each cucumber stack with a slice of radish.

STEP FOUR: Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the top of each radish. Add a small amount of finely chopped fresh dill on top of each radish slice. Serve immediately.

Expert Tips for Success

👩‍🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!

✔️ DO Use fresh cucumbers and herbs for the best flavor and texture.
✔️ DO Allow the cheese to get to room temperature for easy spreading.
✔️ DO Prepare all ingredients before assembly to streamline the process.

Storage

Store any leftover cucumber bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. This dish is not freezer-friendly. These bites are best served fresh, but if needed, allow refrigerated bites to come to room temperature before serving.

Recipe FAQs

How do you keep cucumber bites from getting soggy?

Assemble the cucumber bites just before serving and make sure the cucumbers are thoroughly dried before adding the cheese and toppings.

Can I use a different type of cucumber for this recipe?

Yes, you can use English cucumbers or regular garden cucumbers. Just make sure to slice them thinly and remove any seeds if necessary.

What are some other toppings I can use for cucumber bites?

You can try adding toppings like smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, olives, or a small slice of feta cheese for a different flavor.

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Healthy Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese, Radish, and Dill

Jami Powell
Looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious appetizer? Our Healthy Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese, Radish, and Dill are perfect for a poolside snack. Learn how to make these low-carb bites with this easy recipe!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 207 kcal

Equipment

  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mandoline slicer (optional)
  • Small serving platter

Ingredients
  

  • 4 persian snack cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 4 radishes thinly sliced
  • 8 oz cream cheese or Alouette Cucumber and Dill spreadable cheese
  • fresh dill finely chopped
  • Everything bagel seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Slice the Persian cucumbers into thin, uniform slices.
  • Slice the radishes into thin, uniform slices.
  • Spread a layer of cream cheese or alouette spreadable cheese on half of the cucumber slices.
  • Place another cucumber slice on top of the spread cheese.
  • Top each cucumber stack with a slice of radish.
  • Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the top of each radish.
  • Add a small amount of finely chopped fresh dill on top of each radish slice. Serve immediately.

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Notes

Storage Store any leftover cucumber bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Freeze Avoid freezing as it can alter the texture.
Reheat  No reheating is required.
Substitutions
  • Cream Cheese: Substitute with a thick Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • Radishes: Use thinly sliced cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for a different flavor profile.
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning: Swap with sesame seeds or poppy seeds if you prefer a simpler topping.
Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.
Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 181mgPotassium: 166mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 821IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 0.2mg
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