Servings: 4 (12 bites) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into 12 thick rounds
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
- Arrange cucumber slices on a platter.
- Spoon or pipe about 1 tsp of cream cheese mixture onto each slice.
- Sprinkle with black pepper and garnish with a small dill sprig.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour.
Nutritional Information (per serving, 3 bites):
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4g (Net Carbs: 3g)
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
Tips:
- Use a piping bag for a fancier presentation.
- Add a thin slice of smoked salmon for extra protein.
- Keep cucumber slices thick to hold the topping well.