Cucumber Roll-Ups Low-Carb Snack (Printer-friendly)

Fresh cucumber slices rolled 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

# Directions:

01 - Wash the cucumber and trim the ends. Slice lengthwise into thin strips using a mandoline slicer or vegetable peeler. Pat dry with a paper towel.
02 - Combine cream cheese, chives, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Lay cucumber strips on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of the seasoned cream cheese on each strip.
04 - Place a slice of deli meat atop the cream cheese layer. Add red bell pepper or avocado slices 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 used. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes for firmer texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in 15 minutes with zero cooking, perfect for days when you don't want to think about food prep.
  • The contrast between the cool crunch of cucumber and creamy cheese is genuinely craveable.
  • They're naturally low-carb but feel like you're eating something actually fun, not a diet substitute.
02 -
  • Wet cucumber is the enemy here—it'll cause everything to slip and your rolls will fall apart before you even serve them, so always pat them completely dry.
  • Don't skimp on the cream cheese softness; trying to spread cold cream cheese will tear your delicate cucumber ribbons and waste all that careful slicing.
03 -
  • Use a mandoline slicer for perfectly uniform cucumber strips—it's faster and your rolls will look intentional instead of rustic.
  • Let your cream cheese come to room temperature for at least 15 minutes before mixing; it blends smoother and spreads more evenly than cold cheese.
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