Cucumber Bites with Trout Caviar and Crispy Capers

These deliciously healthy cucumber bites are a great addition to any party menu. Crunchy, juicy cucumbers are filled with a creamy herby avocado-feta mixture, then top with trout caviar and crispy capers. Crispy, salty, briny—fried capers add an extra dimension of flavour and texture without effort to these simple cucumber bites. And for festive occasions or any dinner party, you can't go past trout caviar for flavour and wow-factor. They come together quickly, making them perfect for last-minute entertaining. Plus, they are naturally gluten-free and keto-friendly.

2 Cucumbers, cut into 2,5cm / 1 inch slices
1 Ripe avocado, stoned and peeled
80 g Feta
2 tbsp Chives, chopped
1 tsp Finely grated lemon rind
1 tbsp Freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tbsp Olive oil
2 tbsp Baby capers, drained
1 tbsp Trout caviar

Cut cucumbers crossways into 2,5cm / 1 inch slices. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop about half the seeds from the centre of each cucumber slice to make a cavity. Discard seeds. Place cucumber slices on a serving plate.
Place the avocado, feta , chives and lemon rind in a food processor. Process until almost smooth. Add the lemon juice and process until smooth. Season.
Fill the cucumber cavities with avocado cream. You can also transfer the avocado mixture to a piping bag fitted with a 1.5cm plain nozzle and pipe evenly into the cucumber cavities.
In a small fry pan over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Carefully add the capers. Fry, swirling the pan gently to move the capers around, for 2-3 minutes or unti crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer capers to a plate lined with paper towel.
Top the cucumber bites with some trout caviar and sprinkle the crispy capers over and some extra lemon zest if desired.

34 comments:

Cooking Julia 6/12/22 23:42: This is such a nice idea for a fresh and light starter!
Brian's Home Blog 7/12/22 00:04: I'd sure give that one a go too!
The Happy Whisk 7/12/22 01:01: Yum. I love cukes and also I love avocados. I like to have them together in Nori wraps. Love that you made Cucumber Bites.
J.P. Alexander 7/12/22 01:27: Se ve muy ricos y diferentes. Te mando un beso y gracias por la receta.
My name is Erika. 7/12/22 02:08: These look yummy. The salty caviar and some refreshing cucumber.
Christine 7/12/22 04:11: Nice
kathyinozarks 7/12/22 04:33: Looks delicious have never had caviar
Eha 7/12/22 06:24: What a delightful offering for us here in Australia since at a rather late stage summer is becoming a reality ! Love the look and love avocado-feta mix . . . oh, these 'bites' look so pretty - one just has to reach out one's hand for just one more . . . yes ?
Grace 7/12/22 06:26: Un manjar!!
Salud!
Gracias Angie!!
Abrazo.
Margaret D 7/12/22 07:59: They do look delightful and tasty Angie.
Lola Martínez 7/12/22 08:04: La mezcla aguacate-queso la preparo mucho en aperitivo, con pepino debe quedar ideal. Freír la alcaparra es la primera vez que lo veo, pero estoy segura que estará genial sobre ese relleno. El conjunto es riquísimo, a ver si lo pongo en práctica esta Navidad.
Un beso.
Nancy Chan 7/12/22 08:52: Looks delicious and sounds refreshing.
roentare 7/12/22 08:56: The type of finger foods I want to try in functions!
DEZMOND 7/12/22 09:44: Not something I would eat, but I do approve of bite sized foods :)
Sherry's Pickings 7/12/22 10:34: delicious flavours here angie. and they look so cute too!
Javier 7/12/22 12:50: I think you have a gift for cooking!! Looks amazing!
Anonymous 7/12/22 13:23: Hi Angie, it's Bernadette. This looks like a wonderful and quick appetizer. Thanks for the share. Does it make a difference if I don't use my blog address?
Angie's Recipes 7/12/22 13:43: @Anonymous Not for me, Bernadette. But if you left your blog address, then people could reach you and your blog easily.
Anonymous 7/12/22 14:45: Wow! Angie these are beautiful. What a great holiday appetizer- festive, healthy, and delicious. Love your presentation - It's Judee from Gluten Free A-Z Blog
Rainbow Evening 7/12/22 14:47: great idea to consume cucumber.....
Bill 7/12/22 16:44: Looks good and tasty.
David 7/12/22 18:39: Angie, Very attractive appetizer or party snack! Love cucumbers and smoked trout... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Pam 7/12/22 18:56: I'm sure my two teens would devour them. What a tasty idea.
Anonymous 7/12/22 22:51: They do look very nice and perfect for parties and gatherings ...

All the best Jan
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Raymund 8/12/22 03:05: Nice for a cocktail party or as a starter
foodtravelandwine 8/12/22 03:36: WOW!....beautiful and elegant!....I make my cucumber bites with tuna....I have to find your caviar!!.......Abrazotes, Marcela
Marcepanowy Kącik 8/12/22 12:38: Pyszna propozycja na sałatkę
Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake 8/12/22 14:11: So elegant and delicious! A beautfiul presentation plus low carb, too!!
Klaudia Zuberska 8/12/22 17:17: Great recipe, very tasty post :)
Greetings from Poland!
Marcepanowy Kącik 8/12/22 18:49: Judging by the ingredients, it sure is delicious.
thepaintedapron.com 11/12/22 19:23: Such a beautiful presentation!
bread&salt 12/12/22 20:25: Looks very light and tasty. I loved these starter.
Roz | La Bella Vita Cucina 16/12/22 22:34: I just bought caviar for our Christmas Eve spread. I have a few little caviar toast/wafers, but they are SOOOO expensive. I love the cucumber base idea and of course capers are lovely with caviar. Thank you for your endless inspiration! Merry Christmas!
tigerfish 21/12/22 00:47: Each cucumber bite is a punch of flavors from the caviar, capers and herby avocado feta.