I really enjoy every aspect of having friends over for dinner (except for the cleaning part, of course!) and was especially excited for the meal we had last night with our friends Geeti and Puneet because Geeti is also a huge foodie. We had an absolutely amazing feast of Indian dishes when we went over to their house last time, so I took extra time planning the menu in hopes that our meal would be at least half as good as theirs!
Things didn’t start off too well because I was locked out of our apartment with two huge IKEA bags full of food two hours before they were supposed to arrive! My hubby was at the gym and I had gone running that morning and accidently left my house keys in my ipod case. Luckily, our building manager was home and was nice enough to let me in. The only other mishap was that I over toasted the pine nuts – again. I swear this happens to me half the time because the little guys toast too quickly and I forgot to set a timer for them. But overall, I think all the dishes were successful and I really enjoyed these cute little appetizers.
Most of the appetizers I usually make involve some sort of bread or pasty, but I felt like doing something a bit lighter this time and decided to top cucumber slices with hummus, roasted red peppers, and crumbled feta. That’s it – you don’t really even need a recipe for these tasty little apps! They’re light and flavorful and the best part is that no oven is needed.
Cucumber Hummus Appetizers
Printable Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cucumber, sliced
1 cup hummus
1/3 cup chopped roasted red peppers
1/3 cup crumbled feta
Directions:
Top cucumber slices evenly with hummus and evenly sprinkle roasted red peppers and feta over the hummus. Makes about 20 slices or 4 servings.
Nutrition: 150 calories, 3.1g fat, 4.6g fiber, and 7.3g protein per serving
Cost: $0.91 per serving
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Great idea! I love hummus but end up eating so many crackers with them! this is much healthier
These are some great little appetizers!! I will definitely remember these for the next time I make some app’s or passers!! Yummy
what an EASY and light snack! I too burn my pine nuts..you turn your back for one second and they are too brown!
what a great idea! i’m not a huge fan of cuc’s, but topped with hummus and feta i’m on that
I was going to make something similar with zucchini rounds, boursin cheese and cherry tomato halves. I love little apps like this. so pretty too!
They look light and delicious – perfect for summer!
Awesome idea. I love how you replaced the crackers for cucumbers, which still add that crunch you need. Great summer treat
looks so good!! i love the idea of using cucumber instead of a carb!
What a nice idea! Looks so yummy!
it looks like I can eat a lot of appetizers if these goodies are the appetizers!
oh my god, that must have been freaky, being locked out like that before guests arrival! But these appetizers sure saved the day!
Lovely, easy yet so healthy appetizers: Love them!
Very creative! makes such a light and healthy appetiser!
I love these fresh and easy apps!
Delicious appetizers dear, cucumber and hummus sounds yummy!
Great idea Kerstin. That looks delicious… and perfect for a summer bbq!
Ooh…those look like the perfect summer appetizer. Without the bread, they are light and refreshing. Glad everything worked out and getting locked out was easily resolved.
You are making me want to have a dinner party! I bet you are an excellent hostess, especially with these lovely little treats.
Very appetizing and they would make great wedding or birthday favors. Are they suitable for vegetarians?
This looks like a quick, delicious recipe. I bet they were very yummy.
Kerstin, these are so cute!!! That’s a fantastic idea to use a cucumber slice as the base for an appetizer. I love everything about this recipe! Thanks for your congrats on the writing! I must be mentally drained because as I read your post I thought, “I didn’t know they sold food at IKEA” …I figured it out in about 15 seconds, but still! haha I can’t wait until I can dedicate all of my time to writing, I’m still finishing off a few experiments for a paper we’re sending out next month, so it’s been a little nuts. I am such a night owl (sounds like you are too!), so it will be nice to work on my own time!
How easy is that?? And healthy too! I love it :0)
Thanks for the idea!
How fun! I always over roast the nuts! What a great presentation of the hummus though! We never quite get that creative
That sounds like the perfect snack!
They looks yummy and so easy to make! Great way to start a dinner
What a clever and delicious appetizer or snack.
I love hummus and think this is a creative way to serve as an appetizer instead of guests having to spread it on a cracker or pita chip themselves. Great idea and THANKS!!!!!!!!!!! I like your blog too!
Oh, I hate it when I lock myself out, especially when there is food and a party involved. So sorry, but on the bright side, your appetizers look amazing. I love hummus, and serving it atop cucumber slices is such a great idea. What a perfect little bite.
Cucumber is such a great substitute for some sort of bread here! Your appetizers look great.
Nice, easy idea. Love it!
Great appetizer!
Definitely light and refreshing. Wow, I would be stressed if I was locked out 2 hours before company. Even 4 hours before.
Great idea subbing cukes for crackers. The hummus would go well with the cukes.
What a great idea! These look delicious, perfect snack for a hot day!
I love healthy appetizers.