Cucumber Roll-Ups Low-Carb (Printable)

Fresh cucumber slices with creamy cheese and deli meats for a light, crunchy, low-carb snack.

# 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Wash the cucumber and trim the ends. Using a mandoline or vegetable peeler, slice the cucumber lengthwise into long, thin strips. Pat dry with a paper towel.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese with chives, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.
03 - Lay the cucumber strips on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of the seasoned cream cheese along each strip.
04 - Place a slice of deli meat on top of the cream cheese layer. Add a few pieces of julienned red bell pepper or sliced avocado if desired.
05 - Carefully roll each cucumber strip into a tight spiral, placing seam side down on a serving platter. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning if using. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to firm up.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They're ready in 15 minutes with zero cooking, so perfect for when you're hungry right now.
  • The crunch of cucumber against creamy cheese is oddly satisfying in a way that keeps you reaching for more.
  • They fit seamlessly into low-carb or keto eating without feeling like you're missing out on real food.
02 -
  • Wet cucumber strips will not hold together, so don't skip the paper towel step no matter how tempted you are to move faster.
  • The cream cheese needs to be soft enough to spread but cold enough not to melt into the cucumber; room temperature is the sweet spot.
03 -
  • A sharp mandoline changes everything; dull blades tear the cucumber instead of slicing clean.
  • Chill these for 15 minutes before serving and they hold together even better, plus they taste fresher and crispier.
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