Ham Filled Cucumber Cups
Elevate your appetizer game with these delightful Ham Filled Cucumber Cups, a refreshing yet savory bite-sized treat perfect for parties, picnics, or healthy snacking. Crisp cucumber slices are hollowed out to create edible cups, then generously filled with a creamy, flavorful mixture of finely diced ham, tangy cream cheese, mayonnaise, and a hint of Dijon mustard. A sprinkle of paprika and fresh green onions adds just the right amount of color and zest to this quick 25-minute recipe. These no-cook cucumber cups are not only easy to assemble but also a low-carb, gluten-free option that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve them chilled for an irresistibly cool and satisfying appetizer that’s sure to impress your guests!
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Ingredients
- 3 large cucumbers
- 150 grams ham
- 120 grams cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
Cut each cucumber into 1.5-inch thick slices, yielding approximately 4 slices per cucumber.
Step 3
Using a small melon baller or teaspoon, scoop out the centers of each cucumber slice to create a cup shape. Be careful not to scoop all the way through to the bottom.
Step 4
Finely dice the ham and green onions.
Step 5
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the diced ham, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the filling is smooth and evenly combined.
Step 6
Fold in the diced green onions to the ham mixture.
Step 7
Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each cucumber cup with the ham mixture, slightly overfilling the tops for a decorative look.
Step 8
Arrange the cucumber cups on a serving platter and sprinkle lightly with additional paprika for garnish, if desired.
Step 9
Chill the cucumber cups in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1238.2 grams (1238.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 999 |
| Total Fat 74.30g | 95% |
| Saturated Fat 28.30g | 142% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g | |
| Cholesterol 166mg | 55% |
| Sodium 1867mg | 81% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.30g | 25% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.30g | 30% |
| Total Sugars 22.10g | |
| Protein 22.10g | 44% |
| Vitamin D 6IU | 30% |
| Calcium 307mg | 24% |
| Iron 4mg | 23% |
| Potassium 2044mg | 43% |
Source of Calories