Cucumber Canapes | It's Only Food w/ Chef John Politte

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

smoked salmon

🥗Healthier: cooked chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein

Add 1 cup of mayo to a bowl.

Add 3 ounces of softened cream cheese to the bowl.

Whip the mayo and cream cheese together until mixed.

Add 1/4 medium onion (minced) to the mixture.

Add 1 tablespoon of minced chives to the mixture.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to the mixture.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to the mixture.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of paprika to the mixture.

Add 1 clove of minced garlic to the mixture.

Add 1/8 teaspoon of curry powder to the mixture.

Add 1/8 teaspoon of oregano to the mixture.

Add 1/8 teaspoon of basil to the mixture.

Add 1/8 teaspoon of fresh dill weed to the mixture.

Add 1 tablespoon of pimentos to the mixture.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Refrigerate the spread for at least 3 hours.

Prepare the cucumber by slicing it very thin.

Assemble the canapes by spreading the mixture on the bread and topping with cucumber slices and any additional toppings as desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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