Cucumber Roll-Ups Low-Carb Snack (Printable)

Crunchy cucumber slices enveloped with creamy cheese and deli meats for a fresh low-carb bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large English cucumber

→ Dairy

02 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Deli Meats

03 - 4 oz sliced turkey breast or ham

→ Seasonings & Extras

04 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Optional Fillings

08 - 1 small red bell pepper, julienned
09 - 1 small avocado, sliced
10 - 1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning

# Directions:

01 - Wash the cucumber and trim the ends. Using a mandoline slicer or vegetable peeler, slice the cucumber lengthwise into long, thin strips. Pat dry with a paper towel.
02 - Combine cream cheese with chives, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and well blended.
03 - On a clean surface, lay out cucumber strips and spread a thin layer of seasoned cream cheese on each strip.
04 - Place a slice of turkey or ham atop the cream cheese layer. Add red bell pepper or avocado slices if desired.
05 - Carefully roll each cucumber strip into a tight spiral and place seam side down on a serving platter.
06 - Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning if using. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to firm up.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're crunchy, creamy, and savory all at once without any of the carb guilt that usually comes with afternoon snacking.
  • Fifteen minutes from fridge to plate means you can make these when hunger strikes without much planning.
  • They're naturally gluten-free and low-carb, which makes them perfect whether you're following a diet or just eating intuitively.
  • Everyone always assumes they're fancier than they actually are, making them ideal for unexpected guests or bringing to gatherings.
02 -
  • If your cream cheese is cold straight from the fridge, it won't spread smoothly and you'll end up with lumpy, uneven rolls that look sloppy—let it sit on the counter for five to ten minutes first.
  • The mandoline makes impossibly thin cucumber slices, but a vegetable peeler works just fine and is much safer if you're not comfortable with the blade.
  • Pat your cucumber slices completely dry or they'll weep moisture and make your rolls fall apart halfway through eating them.
03 -
  • Use a sharp vegetable peeler instead of a mandoline if you want more control and less risk of accidentally slicing your fingers—the result is just as good.
  • Season your cream cheese generously because the cucumber's natural blandness means you need bold flavors in that middle layer to make the whole thing sing.
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