Cucumber Tomato Bites

Prep Time 20 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Courses: Appetizer
Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 225  F
Servings: 12
Best Season: Summer, Spring, Suitable throughout the year
Description

Crisp, cool cucumber rounds are topped with a smooth, garlicky vegan cream cheese filling, then finished with sweet, slow-roasted tomatoes and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a bright, flavorful finish. 

Each bite is light yet satisfying, with a beautiful balance of creamy, juicy, and refreshing textures. Perfect for warm gatherings, brunch spreads, or an easy, elegant snack, these little bites are simple to make and almost too pretty to eat—almost.

Ingredients
  • 2 English Cucumberrs
  • 12 cherry or grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces vegan cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 large garlic clove (minced)
  • Choice of fresh herbs (thyme, basil, dill, parsley, terragon)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Tomatoes

    Preheat your oven to 225° F.

     

  2. 2

    Place the halved cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet, cut side up. Drizzle each one with olive oil and season with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

  3. 3

    Slow-roast the tomato halves in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove and allow them to come to room temperature.

     

  4. 4
    Cheese Mixture

    Combine the vegan cream cheese, mayo, lemon, and garlic in a food processor, pulsing until well combined and creamy. Place the mixture in a pastry bag fitted with a star tip and set aside.

  5. 5

    Peel the chilled cucumbers, not all the way, but in alternating slices lengthwise to create a green-and-white striped effect. Then, cut each cucumber into 1-inch rounds — or 12 pieces for a total of 24.

     

  6. 6
    Assemble

    Place the cucumber rounds onto a serving platter and dab each with a clean, dry cloth or paper towel to remove any moisture.

     

  7. 7

    Pipe approximately one tablespoon of cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice, then top with one tomato half and garnish with fresh herbs. 

    Using a mixture of fresh herbs is a great way to add variety. 
  8. 8
    Cucumber Tomato Bites

    This recipe is best if made on the day you plan to serve it. 

    Keep it chilled until you're ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Serving Size 2 pieces


Amount Per Serving
Calories 62kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.7g8%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Sodium 70mg3%
Potassium 110mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 3.9g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 1.7g
Protein 1.2g3%

Vitamin A 370 IU
Vitamin C 5 mg
Calcium 28 mg
Iron 0.4 mg
Vitamin E 0.6 mg
Vitamin K 7 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.05 mg
Folate 12 mcg
Magnesium 10 mg
Zinc 0.2 mg
Selenium 0.6 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Vegan recipe for cucumber tomato bites.
Read it online: https://sproutfulkitchen.com/recipe/cucumber-tomato-bite/