Description
These Cucumber and Hummus Bites are a light, refreshing, and easy-to-make appetizer. Crisp cucumber slices are topped with creamy hummus and optional garnishes like paprika, herbs, or sesame seeds — perfect for parties, snacks, or healthy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1/2 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika or paprika (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley, cilantro, or dill)
- Sesame seeds or toasted pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumber into 1/2-inch rounds.
- Spoon or pipe a small amount of hummus onto each cucumber slice.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil if desired.
- Sprinkle paprika, herbs, or sesame seeds on top for garnish.
- Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Use firm cucumbers for best results. For a twist, try flavored hummus like roasted red pepper or garlic. These bites are best served chilled and should be eaten the same day for maximum crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean / Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber hummus bites, healthy appetizer, party snack, vegetarian appetizer, easy finger food