Description
A quick and easy appetizer featuring crisp cucumber slices topped with a creamy, smoky bacon and cream cheese mixture. Perfect for light snacking or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large English cucumbers
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Heat skillet over medium heat. Lay bacon slices in a single layer and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool. Chop into small pieces once cooled.
- Prepare the cucumbers: Wash and dry cucumbers. Slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Make the creamy bacon cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and fluffy. Stir in chopped bacon and chives evenly. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Assemble the snack: Spread about a teaspoon of the creamy bacon cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice. Arrange on serving platter.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes for extra cold and refreshing snack. Avoid waiting too long to prevent sogginess.
Notes
- Chill for a refreshing taste.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust bacon quantity for preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Refreshing Healthy Cucumber Snack