The Vegan Cucumber Bites with Herbed Cream Cheese and Cherry Tomato are tasty. These bites have 45 kcal per serving and take 15 minutes to prepare. It contains cucumbers, vegan cream cheese, parsley, chives, dill, garlic powder, cherry tomatoes, and black pepper. We may pair these bites with pasta salad, vegan avocado toast, spinach dip, crackers & hummus, breakfast potatoes, tofu scramble, quinoa salad, stuffed deviled potatoes, or vegan stuffed mushrooms. You may keep these Vegan Cucumber Bites with Herbed Cream Cheese and Cherry Tomato in the refrigerator for one day.
STATS:
- Serving Size: 4 cucumber bites
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 45 kcal
- Servings: 6
- Cooking Time: Nil
- Course: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
EQUIPMENT:
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Small mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Measuring spoons
- Serving platter
INGREDIENTS:
- One tbsp. chopped parsley
- 2 large cucumbers
- Half cup vegan cream cheese
- 1 tbsp. chopped chives
- Quarter tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. chopped dill
- ⅛ tsp. black pepper
- Twelve halved cherry tomatoes
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CUCUMBER:
- They provide a cool crunch and serve as the foundation of this recipe. Alternatives include bell pepper cubes, radish slices, zucchini rounds, and tiny lettuce cups.
VEGAN CREAM CHEESE:
- The creamy coating that keeps the cucumber crisp is made with vegan cream cheese. Alternatively, you might use silken tofu spread, cashew cheese spread, vegan ricotta, hummus, or mashed avocado.
PARSLEY:
- Fresh parsley gives the spread a vivid green hue and flavor. Alternatives include cilantro, basil, fresh oregano, fresh mint, or additional chives.
CHIVES:
- Chives add a savory taste and a little onion flavor. Instead, use green onions.
FRESH DILL:
- Cucumbers pair well with the fresh flavor of dill. Fresh basil, tarragon, parsley, chervil, or fennel fronds can be used in its place.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Garlic powder gently incorporates into the recipe and adds a subtle, delicious flavor. Other options include onion powder, roasted garlic paste, granulated garlic, or freshly minced garlic.
BLACK PEPPER:
- Black pepper has a creamy coating and a hint of warmth. Instead, you might use red pepper flakes, crushed pink peppercorns, white pepper, or lemon pepper spice.
CHERRY TOMATOES:
- The bites are brightly colored with cherry tomatoes. Alternatives include roasted red peppers, grape tomatoes, sliced Roma tomatoes, yellow cherry tomatoes, and tiny cubes of cucumber.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, wash the cucumbers & cherry tomatoes, then dry properly.
- Into thick rounds, cut the cucumbers and put them on the serving platter.
- In a small bowl, mix vegan cream cheese, chives, dill, black pepper, parsley, and garlic powder.
- Include a spoonful of herbed cream cheese mixture on the cucumber slices.
- Then add a half cherry tomato to each cucumber bite.
- Lastly, chill the bites for 15 minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Garden Salad
- Cucumber Salad
- Quinoa Salad
- Chickpea Salad
SNACKS:
- Hummus
- Mixed Nuts
- Roasted Chickpeas
- Veggie Sticks
BREAD AND CRACKERS:
- Whole Wheat Crackers
- Pita Chips
- Toasted Bread Slices
- Flatbread
APPETIZERS:
- Bruschetta
- Stuffed Mini Peppers
- Vegan Pinwheels
- Vegetable Spring Rolls
BRUNCH:
- Avocado Toast
- Fruit Salad
- Tofu Scramble
- Breakfast Potatoes
PICNIC:
- Pasta Salad
- Veggie Wraps
- Fresh Fruit Skewers
- Three-Bean Salad
MAIN:
- Grilled Vegetables
- Lentil Patties
- Stuffed Bell Peppers
- Veggie Burgers
FRUITS:
- Watermelon Slices
- Grapes
- Pineapple Chunks
- Mixed Berries
DRINKS:
- Lemon Water
- Iced Tea
- Cucumber Lemonade
- Sparkling Water
PARTY PLATTER:
- Olives
- Pickles
- Crackers
- Fresh Vegetable Tray
TIPS:
- Use firm cucumbers to include the best crunch.
- Before adding toppings, dry the cucumber slices.
- Refrigerate the bites and then serve for additional freshness.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the bites in the box and keep them for one day.
FREEZER:
- Freezing these bites is not really recommended.
FAQs:
Can I make these bites early?
- Assemble before use and prepare the cream cheese mixture two days in advance.
Are dried herbs good to use?
- Yes, but only if you are using 1/3 of the actual quantity.
Does my recipe contain gluten?
- No, your recipe is naturally gluten-free.
Can I add other toppings?
- Use sliced olives, roasted peppers, or microgreens as per your choice.
Which vegan cream cheese should I use?
- You may add any vegan cream cheese, like almond, cashews, soy, or coconut.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 45 kcal
Net Carbs: 2 grams
Iron: 0.5 mg
Total Carbs: 3 grams
Vitamin A: 250 IU
Fiber: 1 gram
Calcium: 30 mg
Protein: 1 gram
Sodium: 95 mg
Potassium: 140 milligrams
