Gluten Free Greek Cucumber Bites
These little bites are everything you want in a warm-weather appetizer — cool, creamy, bright, and loaded with Mediterranean flavor in every single mouthful. Thick Greek yogurt gets folded with grated cucumber, fresh dill, lemon juice, and a touch of garlic to make a proper tzatziki that sits right on top of crisp cucumber rounds. Cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta finish each one off with a salty, tangy punch that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. The whole thing is naturally free of wheat and gluten-containing grains — no swaps, no specialty flours, no compromise on texture or taste. That's the beauty of building on a cucumber base instead of a cracker or crostini; you get that satisfying crunch without any of the label-reading stress. This recipe makes enough for six people, so it's a solid choice for a party spread, a backyard gathering, or just a snack board that looks genuinely impressive. Serve them right away so the rounds stay crisp and the toppings stay fresh and vibrant.
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6 servings
For the cucumber base
- 2 large english cucumbers
- ¼ tsp salt
For the tzatziki
- 1 cup plain whole-milk greek yogurt
- ½ medium cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the toppings
- 18 cherry tomatoes, halved
- ⅓ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh dill sprigs, for garnish (optional)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the 2 large English cucumbers into rounds about 1/2 inch thick — you should get approximately 24 rounds total. Arrange them in a single layer on a cutting board or paper towels, sprinkle lightly with 1/4 tsp salt, and let them sit for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- 2
While the cucumber rounds rest, grate the half cucumber for the tzatziki on the large holes of a box grater, then gather it in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and squeeze firmly until very little liquid remains.
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