Cucumber Hummus Appetizers

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Cool and refreshing cucumber hummus bites are so easy to make and perfect for your next pot luck.

Cucumber hummus appetizers are made with crisp cucumber slices and creamy hummus, they are a delicious mix of cool, crisp, and creamy. These bite-sized appetizers are the perfect finger food appetizer or healthy snack.

cucumber slices on a plate with hummus and olives on top

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Whenever I bring cucumber hummus bites to parties, everyone loves them. They’re light, refreshing, and perfect as a light appetizer. Plus, these tasty bites are super easy to make. With simple ingredients and quick prep, you can enjoy these delicious appetizers in no time!

Why you will love this recipe

Cucumber hummus bites are a refreshing and light appetizer: the cool and crisp texture of cucumber slices pairs perfectly with creamy hummus.
It’s a simple recipe to make with just a few ingredients.

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Here is what you will need

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Ingredients

Hummus – Homemade or packaged
Fresh Cucumbers – Any variety; Kirby, English, Persian or regular slicing cucumbers are good choices.
Cherry Tomatoes or Grape Tomatoes
Olives – Any variety or a combination
Everything but the Bagel Seasoning
Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

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How to make cucumber hummus bites

Prepare the ingredients: Rinse and dry the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Cut the olives and cherry tomatoes in half and set them aside.

a sliced cucumber on a cutting board with a knife

STEP 1: Use a sharp knife and slice the cucumbers horizontally into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick slices.

cucumber slices on a plate with a spoon adding hummus

STEP 2: Arrange the cucumber slices on a serving tray or platter, and use a small spoon to drop the hummus onto each slice of cucumber.

STEP 3: Sprinkle the cucumber slices with everything but the bagel seasoning. Then place a slice of tomato, or olive in the center of each cucumber.

STEP 4: Place a slice of tomato or love in the center of each cucumber slice. Serve immediately or store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours before serving.

What is the best flavor of hummus to use?

Hummus is a creamy dip made from chickpeas, tahnini (sesame seed paste), olive oil, garlic, cumin and lemon juice. It’s a staple in Mediterranean cuisine. It’s a tasty and satisfying spread for veggies, pita bread and these cucumber bites.

Hummus comes in a variety of flavors beyond classic hummus including sun-dried tomato, roasted pepper, beet and even dessert varieites. For these bites, I suggest using any savory hummus flavor. I usually make them with homemade hummus, but store-bough works well too and saves time.

Recipe variations

Cucumbers are a blank slate for a variety of toppings, here are some suggestions.

Yogurt – Instead of hummus, use thick and creamy Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and sesame seeds or chopped red onion and dill weed.

Guacamole– Top hummus cucumbers with guacamole and diced jalapenos and olives on top.

Spicy – Add a dash of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the hummus for a kick of heat.

Cream cheese or cottage cheese – Instead of hummus, choose one fo these and sprinkle them with garlic powder, tomatoes, and chopped basil.

Greek – Mix a quarter cup of feta crumbles into the hummus before adding it to the top of the cucumber slices.

Change up the base– Instead of cucumber slices, try using any combination of zucchini slices, radish slices, endive leaves, or mini bell peppers.

Change up the toppings – Replace the toppings listed above with your favorite spice blend such as za’atar, sesame seeds, cajun blend, chili powder or just salt and pepper, a drizzle of olive oil, roasted red peppers, red bell peppers, goat cheese or feta cheese crumbles.

Serving suggestions

Serve hummus cucumber bite appetizers as a snack or at your next get-together with a charcuterie board, stuffed mushrooms, zucchini roll-ups or spinach balls.

How to store leftover cucumber hummus bites

Even though they taste best when fresh, cucumber hummus bites can be stored in the refrigerator for a day or two in an airtight container.

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Tips

Cucumber hummus bites taste best when they are cold, store them in the refrigerator until just before serving.
For more decorative hummus bites, use a pastry bag to pipe the hummus onto the slices of cucumber.
Don’t slice the cucumbers too thin, they need to be sturdy enough to hold that creamy hummus.

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Recipe FAQs

Can cucumber hummus bites be made ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these appetizers a few hours before serving and place them in the refrigerator until just before serving.

To peel or not to peel a cucumber?

Cucumbers don’t need to be peeled, that’s where most of the nutrients are! Sometimes the skins can taste bitter, in which case you might want to peel them or peel them partially.

Can I use store-bought hummus to make this recipe?

Yes, you can use homemade or store-bought hummus to make this recipe, which will save you time!