Description
Crisp and creamy cucumber rounds topped with rich, nutty hummus and fresh herbs, perfect for parties or quick snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber (about 300 g), washed
- 3/4 cup (about 180 g) hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, dill, or mint, finely chopped
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Salt (optional; a light pinch if needed)
- Optional toppings: 2 tablespoons crumbled feta or cotija (omit for vegan), smoked paprika or za’atar, a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons lemon zest
Instructions
- Wash the cucumber thoroughly and pat dry. Trim the ends.
- Slice the cucumber into thick rounds, about 1/3–1/2 inch thick (8–12 mm).
- Spoon a dollop of hummus onto each cucumber round.
- Sprinkle with chopped herbs, black pepper, and smoked paprika or za’atar if using. Add feta or olive oil for an elevated finish.
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.
Notes
Assemble just before serving to avoid sogginess. Store hummus in an airtight container for 4–7 days; assembled bites are best served fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 61
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 2.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6.1g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 2.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg