Day 4 of the Twelve Days of Christmas Meze!

Thank you all for the wonderful feedback so far—I’m thrilled to see how much you’re enjoying these recipes! If you missed the first three, don’t worry; you can find them here:
👉 Creamy Kalamata Pasta
👉 Mushroom Cheese Arancini
👉 Crispy Roasted Baby Potatoes with Rosemary & Garlic

And now, it’s time for Day 4!
If you love cucumbers and feta, this quick and easy meze is the perfect addition to your holiday table. It’s light, refreshing, and comes together in just minutes—ideal for busy days when you still want to impress your guests.

I know time is precious, especially during the holidays, so I keep my recipes simple and to the point. With 8 more meze recipes to go, stay tuned for more festive Mediterranean flavors coming your way!

Check out today’s recipe: Whipped Feta Cucumber Bites.

Happy cooking, and don’t forget to share your creations using #thetwelvedaysofchristmasmeze. 

Whipped Feta Cucumber Bites Recipe

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

Whipped Feta Cucumber Bites

Ingredients:

• 2-3 large cucumbers, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 4 oz feta cheese
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Pinch of salt and pepper
• 1 tbsp finely chopped herbs (parsley, dill, or chives)
• Sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced into ribbons
• Fresh dill or chives for garnish
• A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
• Balsamic reduction

Instructions:

1. Slice cucumbers into 1/2-inch rounds (adjust thickness to preference). Arrange them on your serving plate.
2. Combine cream cheese, feta, heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and herbs in a food processor. Blend until creamy. Transfer the filling into a piping bag. Use a Wilton piping bag with a tip for convenience.
3.  Pipe a generous dollop of whipped feta onto each cucumber slice. Top with sun-dried tomato ribbons.
4. Add a sprig of dill or a sprinkle of chopped chives on each bite. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil & a drop of balsamic reduction.
5. These elegant bites are perfect for any gathering and highlight Mediterranean flavors beautifully!

Kali Orexi!