Cucumber + Feta Cups

Simple, crisp and adorable bites perfect for a summer party.

Appetizers are key for any party.  I love appetizers that are easy to make, can travel well, and are bite size so people don’t necessarily have to carry around a little plate.

My friend Ashley had a great clothes exchange party. The idea is you bring clothes and accessories you don’t wear anymore (in good condition) and everyone can swap for each other’s. What doesn’t get chosen we donated to a women’s shelter. It was such a fun way to get new clothes and jewelry without spending money! And everyone was asked to bring an appetizer.

Well I had made these little treats before and couldn’t wait to make them again. They are so easy to make and look gourmet. They are sure to be a hit at any party! Also they are a great meatless monday snack or side! Did I mention they are insanely low calorie?!

The innards:

• 1 English Cucumber
• 4 oz reduced Feta Crumbles
• 2 heaping TBSP light Sour Cream
• 2 TBSP Fresh Dill, minced
• 1 TBSP Fresh Mint, minced
• S+P

Makes: about 10 cups

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Calories per cup: 30, Fat: 1, Carbs: 2, Protein: 2

How to Make the Cups:

1. Start by preparing your cucumber cups. I made a double recipe, so I peeled one cucumber and left the peel on one. Partly for presentation to mix it up and partly because I know some people don’t like the peel.

2. Cut the cucumber into about 1 inch slices, small enough that they are bite size.

3. Use a small spoon and hollow out the cucumbers leaving a bottom so they make little cups.

4. Discard the insides of the cucumber (or make yourself a salad with them).

5. In a mixing bowl stir together your Feta, Sour Cream, herbs and some salt and pepper.

6. Scoop  the cheese mixture into your cucumber cups and let set in the fridge for a couple hours before serving if possible.

Bon Appétit!