Rice Free Gluten Free Caprese Cucumber Bites
These little bites are proof that the most impressive appetizers are often the simplest ones to pull together. Crisp cucumber rounds stand in for crackers or bread, giving each bite a cool, refreshing crunch that pairs beautifully with creamy fresh mozzarella and sweet cherry tomatoes. A tuck of fresh basil, a drizzle of good olive oil, and a ribbon of balsamic glaze finish everything off with that classic Italian flavor combination people genuinely cannot stop eating. Because the base is cucumber rather than any grain-based cracker or crostini, there is zero concern about hidden rice flour or starchy fillers sneaking into your spread. Every single ingredient here is naturally whole and clean, so you can serve these at a party or set them out for a weeknight snack without second-guessing the label on anything. They come together on a single platter in minutes and look like you spent far more effort than you actually did.
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6 servings
- 2 large english cucumbers
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 1/2-inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange them in a single layer on a serving platter.
- 2
Place one slice of fresh mozzarella on each cucumber round, trimming any slices that overhang significantly.
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