Cucumber Hummus Appetizers

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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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These healthy appetizers are so easy to make, and they are perfect for gatherings or healthy snacking. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can enjoy these tasty bites quickly!

If you like this tasty cucumber hummus appetizer recipe, you might like these zucchini roll-ups, another healthy snack recipe!

Why you will love cucumber hummus bites

They 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
Fresh Cucumbers
Cherry Tomatoes
Olives
Everything but the Bagle Seasoning
Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

🥄Equipment

Cutting Board
Paring Knife
Serving Dish

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How to make these 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.

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.

cucumber slices on a plate with a spoon adding hummus

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.

cucumbers with hummus and toppings on a platter

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

The full list of ingredients for these hummus cucumber bites is above. Below are notes about some of the ingredients, along with ideas for substitutes.

Hummus – Homemade or hummus from the grocery store will work. Choose your favorite flavor or flavors. Our favorites are classic hummus , roasted red pepper hummus or sun-dried tomato hummus.

Cucumber – You can use just about any variety of cucumbers to make these appetizers. My preference is English cucumbers or small Kirby cucumbers. Look for young cucumbers that are smaller in size and try to avoid large cucumbers that will have large seeds.

Variations

These healthy appetizers are so versatile, and you can top them with any flavor of hummus and toppings that you like. In addition to the topping suggestions above, here are a few more.

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

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

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

Cream cheese or cottage cheese – These are also great toppings for cucumber bites. Sprinkle them with garlic powder, tomatoes, and chopped basil.

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

Change up the toppings – Replace the toppings listed above with your favorite spice blend or just salt and pepper, a drizzle of olive oil, roasted red peppers, red bell peppers, goat cheese or feta cheese crumbles. You can also serve these cucumber bites plain with just hummus on top.

Serving suggestions

Serve hummus cucumber bite appetizers as a snack or at your next get-together with a charcuterie board, stuffed mushrooms, 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, saving you time!