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Cold Appetizers and Finger Foods


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

An assortment of delicious cold appetizers, including cucumber slices with cream cheese and smoked salmon, colorful skewers of tomatoes, olives, and cheese cubes.


Ingredients

  • Cucumber slices
  • Cream cheese (softened)
  • Smoked salmon (or cooked shrimp)
  • Mini cherry tomatoes
  • Basil leaves
  • Olives (black, green, or Kalamata)
  • Cheese cubes (cheddar or gouda)
  • Crackers or baguette slices
  • Hummus
  • Fresh veggies (carrots, celery, bell peppers)
  • Dips (salsa or guacamole)

Instructions

  1. Spread a layer of cream cheese on each cucumber slice.
  2. Top with a slice of smoked salmon and a fresh basil leaf.
  3. On toothpicks, alternate threading mini cherry tomatoes, cheese cubes, and olives.
  4. Arrange crackers or baguette slices on a platter alongside hummus and fresh veggie sticks.
  5. Set out your dips for guests to customize their experience.

Notes

Serve fresh for best taste. Store leftover ingredients separately to maintain freshness.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: cold appetizers, finger foods, no-cook, party snacks, entertaining