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    Urban Bliss Life » Easy Cucumber Prawns Canapé

    Published: August 8, 2022 / Updated: January 23, 2020 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Easy Cucumber Prawns Canapé

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    shrimp cucumber cream cheese appetizers on a scalloped plate with title text overlay.
    shrimp cucumber cream cheese appetizers on a scalloped plate with title text overlay.
    shrimp cucumber cream cheese appetizers on a scalloped plate with title text overlay.

    This cucumber prawns canapé recipe is a classic party appetizer that's easy, elegant, and always a crowd favorite!

    cucumber prawns canapé appetizers on a white plate on blue pedestal.

    When it comes to entertaining, I like to keep things simple. Grazing tables are a fun way to allow guests to pick and choose from a wide variety of appetizers and snacks. I love to include easy and elegant appetizers, like this Prawns Canapé recipe.

    🌟 Why you'll love this recipe

    shrimp cucumber cream cheese appetizers on a scalloped plate.

    I've been making these shrimp, cream cheese, cucumber bites for decades. They are always a huge hit at parties!

    • You only need 5 ingredients plus some herbs and aromatics.
    • These are easy to make in just a few minutes, thanks to shortcuts like using thawed frozen previously cooked shrimp.
    • They are the perfect party bite: a little crunch, a little sweet and savory, and succulent seafood in every bite.
    • These look fancy and sophisticated without much effort.

    🍤 Ingredient notes

    ingredients in bowls and on plates to make cucumber shrimp canapé appetizers on a peach background.

    Shrimp - to save time, this recipe uses medium or large previously cooked, shells and tail off, frozen shrimp. Be sure to thaw your shrimp before using in this recipe. You could also buy fresh cocktail shrimp from your grocery store's seafood department and use that.

    Cucumber - Peel and slice the cucumber into thin, equally sized slices. To create uniform slices, use a mandoline.

    For the shrimp marinade, I made my own Copycat Marinade of the Costco Deli Lime Shrimp. I think it's pretty close to it! My marinade includes some olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and dill.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    green bowl with oil, garlic, and herbs to marinate shrimp.
    shrimp added to herb oil mixture for prawns canapé.
    1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and dill.
    2. Add shrimp and toss together until shrimp is coated with the marinade. Refrigerate for 5.
    plate with fanned out cucumber slices next to a pastry bag with cream cheese on a marble countertop.
    cream cheese piping out of a pastry bag onto a cucumber slice on a scalloped plate.
    cucumber slices with cream cheese on a scalloped plate on pink background.

    3. 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.

    4. Gently squeeze out about a tablespoon full of the cream cheese onto each cucumber slice.

    hand placing a prawn on a cucumber cream cheese canapé appetizer on a scalloped plate.

    5. Top with one medium pre-marinated shrimp.

    🥒 Recipe FAQs

    What is a canapé?

    Canapés, hors d'oeuvres, and appetizers are all, basically, the same thing: dishes, either passed or served at a table, that start off a meal or party. They are often used interchangeably.

    Canapés tend to refer to finger food that can be eaten in one bite. This cucumber canapé dish can definitely be considered a canapé, as it is a one-bite appetizer.

    Can I make this in advance?

    You can slice the cucumbers and marinate the shrimp up to 24 hours on advance; keep refrigerated in an airtight container. Then when you are ready to serve, simply top each cucumber slice with cream cheese and top with the marinated shrimp.

    🍽 Serving ideas

    shrimp cucumber cream cheese appetizers on a scalloped plate.

    Serve these as passed appetizers at a party along with Meatballs in Romesco Sauce, Antipasto Skewers, and Marinated Feta Cheese.

    More appetizer recipes

    • Meatballs with Romesco Sauce
    • Buffalo Chicken Bites
    • Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe (gluten-free)
    • Gougère Bites: Dairy-Free Cheese Puff Appetizers

    Love this recipe? Please consider leaving a 5-star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card below and a review in the comments further down. Thanks!

    shrimp cucumber cream cheese appetizers on a scalloped plate.

    Cucumber Shrimp Canapés

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    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Total Time: 10 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    These prawn canapés are perfect party bites that are easy to make!
    Servings: 24 servings
    Calories: 110kcal
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    Ingredients

    For Shrimp & Cucumber Coins

    • 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 ¼ 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.

    Instructions

    • 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.

    Notes

    Makes approximately 20-24 individual canapés
    Shrimp: You can use frozen pre-cooked shrimp that is thawed. If using large shrimp, slice each shrimp in half. If using medium shrimp, you can usually top each cucumber cream cheese round with a whole shrimp.
    This dish is best served immediately. If not serving immediately, store carefully covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 345IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    This post was originally published on September 2, 2016. It was updated with all new photos, more helpful step-by-step, ingredients, and serving information, and updated recipe card and republished on August 10, 2022.

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      1. Janet says

        November 18, 2017 at 2:01 pm

        I have made something similar but with smoked salmon. A sprig of dill looks nice with the salmon.

        Reply
      2. Jhon Smith says

        October 21, 2017 at 4:12 am

        These recipes are very easy to make and it has a great texter. Thanks for sharing these 2 beautiful and delicious Canapes recipes with us.

        Reply
      3. Rachel Lloyd says

        September 08, 2016 at 11:29 am

        Catching up on this thread from last week! These look delish and professional. A great way to make an app but have it look like you slaved away! They are so pretty with the contrast of colors as well.

        Reply
      4. Dee Dee (My Midlife Kitchen) says

        September 07, 2016 at 11:00 am

        These are so pretty, so easy, and look so delicious! I love simple, elegant bites like these. :o)

        Reply
      5. Tasha says

        September 06, 2016 at 8:28 pm

        OMG! This looks yummy! I'm a huge shrimp lover myself and will definitely have to try this out for my next get together.

        Reply
      6. Citra Kale @Citra's Home Diary says

        September 06, 2016 at 3:02 pm

        It looks superb Mar;ynn!The recipe sounds easy and worth to try.

        Reply
      7. Faith (An Edible Mosaic) says

        September 06, 2016 at 9:08 am

        I'm a big fan of shrimp too! I love how elegant these look - so tasty too!

        Reply
      8. Katie Bartz says

        September 02, 2016 at 8:15 pm

        Those look absolutely delicious!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          September 02, 2016 at 8:58 pm

          Thanks, Katie!

      9. Pech says

        September 02, 2016 at 7:27 pm

        Ooo, I've made the vegetarian version before: I like how the cucumber is refreshing and goes well with many beverages and is friendly to gluten-free friends too. But somehow I have never thought to fancy it up with shrimp too, thanks for the idea!

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        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          September 02, 2016 at 8:58 pm

          The cucumber cream cheese canapés are really refreshing! Perfect for summer, and with a glass of bubbly or sparkling soda :) Thanks, Pech!

      10. Mary @ Vindulge says

        September 02, 2016 at 4:53 pm

        Yum! Those look super simple and delicious (not to mention refreshing!). One question though, are you buying pre-cooked shrimp for the first one or does the shrimp "cook" in lime marinade (like ceviche)???

        I can totally see my kids eating these too. They've just gotten into shrimp and are huge cucumber fans (wohoo!). And seriously, who doesn't love cream cheese?

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          September 02, 2016 at 8:57 pm

          Excellent question, Mary! Thank you for pointing that out! I've edited the recipe to clarify. You *can* cook the shrimp if you leave it in the marinade for 30 minutes or more. However, I prefer to buy pre-cooked shrimp and, even better, buy pre-cooked and pre-marinated shrimp at Costco! It's so good! :) I'm jealous that your kids love shrimp. I'm still working on mine, but in the meantime, more for me! ;)

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