Cucumber Slices Provenal Betty Crocker Appetizer
Elevate your appetizer game with these delightful Cucumber Slices Provençal, a refreshing and elegant creation straight from the Betty Crocker kitchen. Perfect for entertaining, these bite-sized delights feature crisp cucumber rounds topped with a creamy herbed spread made from cream cheese, garlic, and the aromatic flair of herbes de Provence. The flavor-packed topping is perfectly balanced with a pop of brightness from a cherry tomato half and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a stunning finish. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this light and fuss-free appetizer will impress guests at brunches, dinners, or cocktail parties. Perfect for those seeking easy yet sophisticated recipes, these Provençal cucumber bites are gluten-free, vegetarian, and full of garden-fresh flavor.
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Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 10 halves cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds and set them aside on a serving platter.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice. Using a fork or handheld mixer, combine until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Finely mince the garlic and stir it into the cream cheese mixture along with the herbes de Provence, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the flavors.
Step 4
Using a small spoon or piping bag, dollop or pipe about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
Step 5
Top each dollop of cream cheese with a halved cherry tomato, cut-side up, and sprinkle with a pinch of minced fresh parsley for garnish.
Step 6
Serve immediately or cover the platter with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve. Best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1029.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 669.7 |
| Total Fat 54.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 114.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 530.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.1g | |
| Protein 13.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 272.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1619.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories