Go Back
–+ servings
Cucumber Shrimp Bites Recipe

Refreshing Cucumber Shrimp Bites Recipe for Light Summer Snacking

This Cucumber Shrimp Bites recipe offers a refreshing appetizer featuring juicy shrimp and creamy sauce on crisp cucumber slices.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 large Cucumber Substitutes: zucchini or radishes
  • 8 oz Cooked Shrimp (peeled and deveined) Pre-cooked cocktail shrimp works well
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Substitutes: mascarpone or goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Substitute: sour cream
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Fresh herbs are irreplaceable
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Always opt for fresh juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel to prevent sogginess.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Spread a generous dollop of the creamy mixture onto each cucumber slice.
  4. Place one shrimp on top of each cucumber slice, arranging them neatly on a serving platter.
  5. Garnish with extra dill or a squeeze of lemon juice and serve immediately, or store components separately in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites are best enjoyed fresh. Try switching herbs or adding sauces for different flavor profiles.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!