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REFRESHING & LIGHT
Crisp Cucumber Bites with Herbed Greek Yogurt Spread
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5.0 (145)|(2 Reviews)Thick rounds of English cucumber topped with a whipped Greek yogurt and cream cheese spread, finished with fresh dill and smoked paprika.
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By Grace Elkus (Food Writer)•Published July 12, 2026
⏱ 15 mins
Simply Recipes / Grace Elkus🔥 75 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Naturally low-carb, keto-friendly, and under 80 calories per serving.
- A stunning finger food platter that comes together in 15 minutes.
- Refreshing crunchy bite that balances heavier appetizers on a buffet.
REFRESHING & LIGHT
Crisp Cucumber Bites with Herbed Greek Yogurt Spread
Cool, crisp, and wonderfully elegant without requiring turning on the stove. Greek yogurt keeps the spread light and protein-rich while chives, garlic, and lemon provide bright flavor.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings6 servings
Scale Recipe:
📱Keep Screen Awake While Cooking
Ingredients
- 2 large English seedless cucumbers, sliced into 3/4-inch rounds
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely snipped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (plus tiny sprigs for garnish)
- 1 small clove garlic, grated
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper and smoked paprika for dusting
Directions
1
Slice cucumbers
Slice cucumbers into uniform 3/4-inch thick rounds. Use a melon baller or small spoon to scoop a shallow well in the center of each round without puncturing the bottom.
2
Whip herb spread
In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, grated garlic, chives, dill, salt, and pepper until fluffy.
3
Fill cucumber rounds
Transfer mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip (or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped) and pipe generously into each cucumber well.
4
Garnish and chill
Garnish each bite with a small sprig of fresh dill and a light dust of smoked paprika. Chill until ready to serve.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Scooping out a shallow well in each cucumber prevents the herb cream from sliding off when picked up.
- English cucumbers have thin skin that does not require peeling and few seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories75 kcal
Protein4g
Carbs3g
Total Fat5g
Sodium: 140mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
