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These cucumber roll-ups are an elegant appetizer or snack thatโs crispy, creamy, savory, and refreshing.ย
Made with five simple ingredients and assembledย in the shape ofย a flower, these roll-ups always look impressive but come together with zero cooking in just a few minutes.ย
Recipe Tip
Add chopped pistachios or roasted pine nuts for extra crunch!
Iย love to serve them in the summer alongside other light dishes likeย myย feta cheese saladย andย nectarine salad. However,ย theyโreย also a great addition to any holiday spread.ย Iย sometimes even prepare a platter to set out as a healthy snack for my kids. No matter the season or occasion, this is oneย of theย foolproof appetizerย recipes that I always knowย Iย can count on.ย
Cucumber Roll Ups Ingredients
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- Cucumber: English cucumbers are the ideal size for roll ups.
- Cream cheese: I prefer plain and full-fat, but any will do.
- Feta: Use a block of feta for the best taste.
- Fresh basil: Choose similar sized leaves to make the flower garnish.
- Zaatar: To add a herby and lemony flavor.
How to Make Cucumber Roll Ups
- Cut the cucumber strips with a vegetable peeler or mandolin. Dry each slice with a paper towel.
- Top with cream cheese, crumbled feta, and zaatar.
- Arrange 4-5 basil leaves on top of the cucumber strips.
- Roll up the strips, secure them with a skewer, and fold over the basil leaves.
Possible Variations
- Cucumber: Swap for strips of tortilla, prosciutto, or courgette.
- Cream cheese: Use any cream cheese you prefer, or try goat cheese or hummus.
- Feta: Any cheese that crumbles such as goat cheese, blue cheese, or Parmesan.
- Zaatar: Italian seasoning, oregano, chili flakes, bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or sumac.
- Fresh basil: Or mint.
Recipe Tip
Dip the roll ups in tzatziki, olive tapenade, or hummus.
How to Store Leftovers
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge. Enjoy within 2 days.
FAQs
Yes. You can make them a few hours in advance. Cover and store them in the fridge until serving.
The feta is quite salty, so I donโt, but you can add sea salt or pepper to taste.
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Cucumber Roll Ups
Equipment
Ingredientsย
- 1 cucumber
- 7 tablespoons cream cheese
- 150 grams feta
- 1 teaspoon zaatar
- 35 fresh basil leaves
Instructionsย
- Use a wide vegetable peeler or mandolin to cut long strips of cucumber.
- Dry them off with a kitchen towel.
- Top with cream cheese, feta crumbles and a sprinkle of zaโatar.
- Add four or five leaves of basil next to each other along the top edge of the cucumber.
- Roll up the strips and secure them with a stick.
- Fold over the basil leaves so the roll-ups resemble a flower.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
