Cucumber Cups with Horseradish
Elevate your appetizer game with these refreshing yet bold Cucumber Cups with Horseradish. Crisp English cucumbers are hollowed out into perfect bite-sized vessels and filled with a creamy, tangy mixture of softened cream cheese, prepared horseradish, sour cream, and aromatic fresh herbs like dill and chives. A hint of garlic powder and a dash of salt and pepper balance out the flavors, delivering a cool yet sharp bite that's irresistibly satisfying. This no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or as a light, elegant snack. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, these cucumber cups are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for parties, brunch spreads, or summer gatherings, they're a gluten-free, low-carb treat that never fails to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers
- 115 grams Cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
- 2 tablespoons Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- Optional garnish: additional dill or chives
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Cut each cucumber into 1-inch thick rounds. You should get about 6 cups per cucumber, depending on size.
Using a small melon baller or a teaspoon, carefully scoop out the center of each cucumber round to create a cup, leaving the bottom intact. Be careful not to scoop all the way through.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, prepared horseradish, sour cream, chopped dill, chopped chives, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
Transfer the horseradish filling to a piping bag fitted with a star tip, or alternatively, use a small spoon for filling.
Pipe or spoon the horseradish mixture into each cucumber cup, filling almost to the brim.
Arrange the cucumber cups on a serving platter and garnish with additional dill or chives, if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 155 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 1229 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1066 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
