Best Prawn Cucumber Canape Recipes

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CUCUMBER SHRIMP CANAPéS



Cucumber Shrimp Canapés image

These prawn canapés are perfect party bites that are easy to make!

Provided by Marlynn Schotland

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon dill
1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch slices
1 cup whipped cream cheese
24 medium pre-cooked shrimp, deveined and tails off (If using large shrimp, slice each shrimp in half.)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and dill.
  • Add shrimp and toss together until shrimp is coated with the marinade. Refrigerate for 5.
  • Meanwhile, lay out cucumber slices onto a serving tray in a single layer.
  • Place cream cheese into a plastic Ziplock bag with one corner cut. You can also use a pastry bag with frosting tip if you want to create a pretty pattern.
  • Gently squeeze out about a tablespoon full of the cream cheese onto each cucumber slice.
  • Top with one medium pre-marinated shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 131 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER CANAPES



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These cute stacks really stand out in a holiday appetizer buffet. Tasty, cool and crunchy, they come together in a snap. -Ashley Nochlin, Port St. Lucie, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup ketchup
4 teaspoons Creole seasoning, divided
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
24 English cucumber slices
24 peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For cocktail sauce, in a small bowl, combine the ketchup, 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning, onion, green pepper, celery and pepper sauce. In another bowl, combine cream cheese and remaining Creole seasoning., Spread or pipe cream cheese mixture onto cucumber slices. Top each with a shrimp and cocktail sauce. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CUCUMBER CANAPES



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I always get requests for the recipe for these canapes whenever I serve them. They're delicate finger sandwiches with a creamy herb spread and festive red and green garnishes. -Nadine Whittaker, South Plymouth, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup mayonnaise
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 tablespoon minced chives
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme, basil, parsley flakes and dill weed
1 loaf (1 pound) white or rye bread
2 medium cucumbers, scored and thinly sliced
Diced pimientos and additional dill weed

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, cream cheese, onion, chives, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and seasonings. Cover and process until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours. , Using a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter, cut out circles from bread slices. Spread mayonnaise mixture over bread; top with cucumber slices. Garnish with pimientos and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GREEK SHRIMP CANAPES



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I grew up by the ocean and then moved to a land-locked state. I wanted to show people in my area how to easily cook seafood, and this is the recipe I came up with. It's become a neighborhood favorite. -Amy Harris, Springville, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h20m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups olive oil
3/4 cup lemon juice
2/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup Greek seasoning
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 large cucumbers
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended. Pour 1-1/2 cups marinade into a large bowl. Add shrimp and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate 45 minutes., Meanwhile, pour remaining marinade in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on high, 45 minutes. Drain shrimp, discarding marinade in bowl. Add shrimp to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on high until shrimp turn pink, about 20 minutes, stirring once; drain., Cut each cucumber into 1/4-in.-thick slices. Scoop out centers, leaving bottoms intact. Pipe cream cheese onto each cucumber slice; top with shrimp and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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