Recipe 9
Watercress Cucumber Cream Bites
Fresh cucumber canapes with a creamy lemon filling, peppery watercress, and a clean little crunch.
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber, sliced into thick rounds
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
- Small handful of fresh watercress
- Black pepper
- Pinch of salt
Method
- Pat the cucumber rounds dry so the topping sits neatly.
- Mix cream cheese, yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon or pipe the cream onto each cucumber round.
- Top with watercress and a little extra lemon zest.
- Serve chilled or within an hour for the best crunch.