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Cucumber Hummus Bites

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Hummus is a staple in our house, and while we enjoy it with chips sometimes, veggies are our favorite, which makes these Cucumber Hummus Bites perfect! I was inspired to spice up one of our go-to snacks when I saw a mini hummus phyllo bite recipe. This is just a simpler version, and because you’re removing the phyllo, it’s all real food, as well as gluten-free.

We loved them, and these are very modifiable.  You can change the veggie(s), spice(s), and herb(s) you use, so have fun with them. This appetizer and/or snack is easy and pretty, but it’s also quick and healthy! I’m certain our next batch of hummus will land on some cucumber slices, along with a few things to spice it up. Scrumptious!

CUISINE

  • Real Food
  • Gluten-Free
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan

KITCHEN GADGETS

  • Cutting Board & Knife
  • Spoon (to spoon hummus on cucumbers)
  • More equipment if making homemade hummus
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Cucumber Hummus Bites

  • Author: Misty Krug
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Total Time: 10 Minutes
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Description

These are a great healthy bite-site appetizer.

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Ingredients

  • 1 English cucumber, ¼” slices
  • 1 cup clean hummus (Paul’s Hell Yeah Hummus1) – more or less if desired
  • 10–20 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise (one half for each slice)
  • Fresh parsley leaves, whole or chopped
  • Red Pepper Flakes, sprinkled on top of hummus
  • Paprika, sprinkled on top of hummus

Optional

  • Fresh dill or dried dill in place of paprika
  • Sweet or roasted peppers in place of tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Slice cucumbers
  2. Spoon hummus onto each slice and spread evenly
  3. Sprinkle red pepper flakes and paprika (dried dill if you’re using it)
  4. Place one halved tomato in the center of each cucumber slice (it will stick perfectly in the hummus)
  5. Place parsley leaves on each cucumber slice (fresh dill if you’re using it)
  6. Enjoy!

 

1Paul’s Hell Yeah Hummus

  1. 15 oz can chickpeas, boil for 5 minutes to soften, then strain and save the juice for desired thickness. (slotted spoon works great)
  2. Juice of 1 lemon, small to medium size
  3. 1/4 cup tahini
  4. 1/2 teaspoon pink salt
  5. 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  6. 1 Tablespoon avocado or extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Add the chickpea juice a little at a time until you reach your desired texture, thick vs. creamy.
  2. Enjoy warm or allow to cool!

Notes

The prep time will be longer if you’re making homemade hummus.

  • Cuisine: Real Food, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan