Description
Cucumber Shrimp Bites are a light and refreshing appetizer featuring crisp cucumber rounds topped with a creamy, tangy dressing and succulent cooked shrimp. Perfect for gatherings or a quick, healthy snack in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 1 cucumber, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 1 tsp fresh dill (or 1/2 tsp dried dill)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Seafood
- 12-15 large cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail removed)
Dairy & Condiments
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Spices & Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumber: Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Arrange the slices neatly on a serving platter to create the base for your bites.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and fresh dill. Stir the mixture until smooth and well combined. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Assemble the Bites: Spoon a small amount of the creamy dressing onto each cucumber slice, spreading it to cover most of the surface evenly.
- Add the Shrimp: Gently place one cooked shrimp on top of each dressed cucumber slice. You may leave the shrimp whole or cut them into smaller pieces to fit your preference.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle paprika and fresh parsley over the bites to add color and an extra burst of flavor.
- Serve or Store: Serve the cucumber shrimp bites immediately for best freshness, or refrigerate them for up to 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use cooked shrimp to save time and ensure a quick assembly.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with vegan alternatives.
- If fresh dill is unavailable, dried dill works well though use half the amount.
- Serve chilled for the best refreshing taste.
- Can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated briefly, but best consumed within 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
