Mediterranean Cucumber Bites (Easy Appetizer or Snack)

5 from 2 votes

Mediterranean Cucumber Bites (Easy Appetizer or Snack)

These crunchy Mediterranean Cucumber Bites are a fun, healthy snack or app with creamy Mediterranean hummus, cherry tomatoes, feta crumbles, and fresh parsley.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: bites

Calories: 30kcal

Author: Allie Petersen

Ingredients

1/2 English cucumber sliced
~1/3 cup Mediterranean hummus
5 cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup feta cheese (dairy-free if vegan)
1-2 tbsp fresh diced parsley

Instructions

Wash and dry your cucumber. Slice your cucumber into half-inch slices. In this small batch recipe I used half the cucumber to create 9 slices of cucumber but you can create as many as you want.
Dab each cucumber slice with a paper towel to absorb extra water (and avoid sogginess).
Spread out your cucumber rounds on a plate and top each cucumber slice with some Mediterranean hummus (1-2 tsp). Top with half a cherry tomato, sprinkle of feta cheese, and diced parsley.
Enjoy right away or store in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
*These are best enjoyed right away, if possible - this is not an app you want to prep the day before because it will get soggy the longer it sits!

Notes

FAQ:

Can I make my own hummus for this recipe?

You can definitely make your own hummus for this recipe. Make a simple garlic hummus or a Mediterranean hummus or choose a unique flavor like my Everything Bagel Hummus.

Can I prep these ahead of time for a party?

You can, but I would only prep 1-2 hours in advance. Cucumbers have a high water content and will release their juice the longer they sit (see below how to prevent watery cucumbers). These cucumber bites are super easy to prepare (<10 minutes) so they should be easy to assemble right before a party or gathering.

How do I prevent the cucumber bites from becoming watery?

Choose a firm, fresh cucumber (English cucumbers have lower water content). Slice your cucumber and pat dry each slice with some paper towel.
Bonus: Sprinkle a small amount of salt over the cucumber slices and let them sit for about 10-15 minutes (the salt helps draw out excess moisture). Afterward, rinse the cucumber slices and pat them dry before using.
I recommend assembling your cucumber bites close to serving time.

Storage

Cucumber bites can be stored in an airtight container for <24 hours. Cucumbers have high water content, and they may become watery or lose their crispness over time so are truly best enjoyed right after preparation. Luckily these are SUPER easy to make and take less than 10 minutes!

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