Holiday Star Cucumber Bites

Festive, refreshing cucumber slices topped with a zesty cream cheese spread and colorful garnishes, perfect for holiday gatherings.

I first served these at a family holiday party and they were a big hit with guests of all ages

Ingredients

• Produce: 2 large cucumbers, 1 small red bell pepper, 1 small yellow bell pepper, 2 tablespoons fresh dill (finely chopped)
• Dairy: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese softened, 2 tablespoons sour cream
• Pantry: 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

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Step 1:

Wash and slice the cucumbers into 1 cm (1/3-inch) thick rounds. Using a small star-shaped cookie cutter, cut a star shape out of the center of half the rounds. Set aside the star-shaped cutouts for garnish or other use.

Step 2:

In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 3:

Finely dice the red and yellow bell peppers.

Step 4:

Pipe or spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto each whole cucumber round.

Step 5:

Sprinkle each bite with diced red and yellow bell peppers and fresh dill for festive color.

Step 6:

Top each with a cucumber star (optional) or additional garnish as desired.

Step 7:

Arrange on a platter and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Notes

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. For a vegan version, use plant-based cream cheese and sour cream.

Required Tools

Sharp knife, cutting board, small star-shaped cookie cutter, mixing bowl, spoon or piping bag

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream). Check all ingredient labels for possible allergens if using commercial products.

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These cucumber bites make the perfect fresh addition to any holiday spread and are sure to impress your guests

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How do I create the star shapes on the cucumber?

Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out stars from the center of cucumber slices. This adds a festive touch and can be used as garnish.

→ Can I prepare these bites ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the bites and refrigerate them until ready to serve to keep them fresh and cool.

→ What can I substitute for cream cheese in a vegan version?

Use plant-based cream cheese and vegan sour cream to make the spread suitable for vegan diets.

→ Are there any suggested flavor enhancements?

Adding smoked paprika or chopped chives to the creamy spread can give extra depth and aroma to the bites.

→ What garnishes work well with these cucumber bites?

Beyond diced bell peppers and dill, pomegranate seeds or extra cucumber stars make attractive and tasty garnishes.