Easy Cucumber Roll Ups Recipe
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Cucumber roll ups are the perfect appetizer for hot summer days or light lunches. These mini bites of heaven combine the refreshing crunch of cucumber strips with the bold flavors of buffalo chicken.
These tasty bites have a little crunch to them making them irrisistible.
Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this appetizer is a must-try for your next gathering or lunch box snack.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Refreshing and light: Cool cucumber ribbons make this a perfect appetizer for hot summer days.
- Packed with flavor: Buffalo sauce, creamy mayonnaise, and crunchy veggies create a delicious balance of textures.
- Quick and easy: With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a yummy appetizer in no time.
- Versatile and customizable: Swap ingredients to suit different tastes—smoked salmon, deli meats, or even cream cheese work well.
- Healthy and low-carb: Thin strips of cucumber replace traditional bread and tortillas, offering a light yet satisfying snack.
Ingredients for cucumber roll-ups
- Large cucumber
- Cooked and shredded chicken
- Buffalo sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Diced celery
- Diced red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives and dill (for garnish)
Equipment and kitchen tools
- Vegetable peeler or mandoline slicer
- Toothpicks
- Serving plate
How to make this easy cucumber snack
Step 1 – Peel the cucumber and slice it lengthwise using a vegetable peeler or a mandoline slicer to create thin strips (6 or 7).
Step 2 – Pat the cucumber dry and spread mayonnaise, then place the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, celery, and red onion diagonally and add salt and pepper.
Step 3 – Drizzle buffalo sauce over the chicken.
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Step 4 – Add the chopped vechopped veggies – celery, red onion and salt and pepper.
Step 5 – Roll the cucumber strip tightly around the filling to create a roll.
Step 6 – Secure the roll with a toothpick if necessary. Cut it into 6 or 7 rolls, thinner or thicker according to your preferences.
Step 7 – Arrange the buffalo chicken cucumber rolls on a serving plate.
Garnish with chopped chives and dill. Serve and enjoy as a delicious and refreshing appetizer.
Tips for the Best Results
- Use a mandoline slicer or vegetable peeler to create thin slices of cucumber. Thin layers make them easier to roll.
- Pat the cucumber slices with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, which helps them stay crispy.
- Roll tightly to prevent the filling from spilling. Cocktail sticks or toothpicks can help secure the rolls for serving.
- Garnish with fresh dill and chives for an extra pop of flavor.
Substitutions and Variations
- Extra seasoning: Add a sprinkle of garlic powder or bagel seasoning to the filling for more zest.
- Different fillings: Try smoked salmon, thin slices of deli meats, or even bell peppers for extra crunch.
- Swap the mayo: If you’re not a fan of mayo, you could use a thin spread of cream cheese or Greek yogurt.
Recipe FAQs
Use a sharp knife, mandolin slicer, or veggie peeler to create thin, flexible cucumber ribbons. Pat them dry and roll gently.
Yes, but assemble them just before serving to maintain the crispiness of the cucumber. Store the filling separately if prepping in advance.
Pair them with pinwheel sandwiches, cream cheese sandwich rolls, or serve alongside light dinners as a side dish.
Keep any leftovers in an airtight container lined with paper towels to absorb water content from the cucumber slices.
Absolutely—the sky’s the limit! Try swapping buffalo sauce for teriyaki, or use deli meats like pepperoni or salami for a different take.
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Cucumber Roll Ups
Equipment
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- ½ cup cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives and dill for garnish
Instructions
- Peel the cucumber and slice it lengthwise using a vegetable peeler or a mandoline slicer to create thin strips (6 or 7)
- Pad the cucumber dry and spread mayonnaise then place diagonally the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, celery, red onion add salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle buffalo sauce over chopped veggies and chicken
- Roll the cucumber strip tightly around the filling to create a roll.
- Secure the roll with a toothpick if necessary. Cut it into 6 or 7 rolls, thinner or thicker according to your preferences.
- Arrange the buffalo chicken cucumber rolls on a serving plate.
- Garnish with chopped chives and dill.
- Serve and enjoy as a delicious and refreshing appetizer.
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This looks like a recipe I will be using a few times this summer!
Love, love yes love it, WOW especially with basically no carbs, just what I need
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These look so healthy and delicious.
These were amazingly good!