Keto Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese
Fresh, crisp keto cucumber bites topped with creamy vegan cream cheese—a light, easy appetizer perfect for guilt-free snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- ½ cup vegan cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill chopped
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice cucumber into even rounds and pat dry with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, mix vegan cream cheese with lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon or pipe cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
- Garnish with extra dill or a sprinkle of paprika for color.
- Chill for 5 minutes or serve immediately for a refreshing snack.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 60
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Vitamin C: 5%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 3%
- Vitamin K: 7%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use a piping bag for prettier cream cheese dollops.
- Add a dash of smoked paprika or chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Try adding finely chopped olives or sun-dried tomatoes for variety.
- Serve chilled to keep cucumber crisp and cream cheese fresh.