Description
Cucumber Hummus Bites with Chia Sprouts are a refreshing and healthy appetizer made with crisp cucumber slices topped with creamy hummus and fresh chia sprouts. They are quick to prepare, perfect for parties, and packed with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
- 1 long English cucumber
- 1/2 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup chia sprouts (or other sprouts like alfalfa or broccoli)
- Optional toppings: paprika, sesame seeds, chopped herbs
Instructions
- Wash the cucumber and slice it into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Use a small spoon or melon baller to gently scoop out a bit of the center of each cucumber slice, creating a shallow well.
- Fill each cucumber cup with about 1 teaspoon of hummus.
- Top each with a small amount of chia sprouts.
- Optionally, sprinkle with paprika, sesame seeds, or chopped herbs for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- These bites are best served fresh, but can be prepped a few hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Use any type of hummus you prefer – classic, garlic, red pepper, etc.
- If chia sprouts aren’t available, substitute with any microgreens or other sprouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
