Cucumber and Olive Appetizers

Name: Cucumber and Olive Appetizers
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 large cucumber; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 0.25 cup blue cheese salad dressing; 1 (1 pound) loaf cocktail rye bread; 15 pimento-stuffed green olives, chopped

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I got this recipe from one of my cooking classes in college. It's the "old fashioned" type of appetizer, but one that makes a beautiful display on the plate and I never take any home with me because they disappear quickly.

Recipe by Gwena Hedlund

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

Servings:

10

Yield:

10 servings

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Ingredients

1 large cucumber
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup blue cheese salad dressing
1 (1 pound) loaf cocktail rye bread
15 pimento-stuffed green olives, chopped

Directions

Using the tines of a fork, score the unpeeled cucumber lengthwise on all sides. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and blue cheese dressing. Spread the cheese mixture on the rye bread slices. Top with a slice of cucumber and a slice of olive.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

190	Calories
9g	Fat
23g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 190
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g	11%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 507mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 23g	8%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 2mg	8%
Calcium 43mg	3%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 56mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.