CITRINE CROWN EGG BITES
Citrine Crown Egg Bites provide a balanced, low-carb snack bursting with texture and flavour. With nutritious protein from a perfectly boiled egg and a refreshing crunch from cool cucumber rounds, this bite-sized snack is seasoned simply with a pinch of black pepper. It is ideal for lunch boxes, a light pre-dinner nibble or a no-fuss appetiser at gatherings. Its clean ingredients and visual appeal suit a wide array of dietary needs, including gluten-free, low-sodium and kid-friendly. You can easily double or triple batches for meal prep or social occasions. These elegant, wholesome morsels combine freshness and ease, making them effortlessly versatile and satisfying.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Snack
SERVING SIZE
1
CUISINE
American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
5 Ingredients or Less, No‑Cook, Boil
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Back to School, Picnic, Casual Dinner, Family Reunion, Graduation, Party, Ramadan, Spring, Summer, Fall
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Healthy, Low/No Sugar, Kid Friendly, Quick & Easy, Wheat/Gluten-Free, Low Sodium, Vegetarian
DISH TYPE
Salad
INGREDIENTS
There are the following ingredients for Citrine Crown Egg Bites:
- 1 boiled egg
- 4 cucumber slices
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 67.2 kcal
- Fat: 4.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Carbohydrate: 1.7 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 50.3 mg
- Protein: 5.3 g
- Cholesterol: 149.2 mg
- Vitamin D: 0.9 mg
- Calcium: 25.8 mg
- Iron: 0.6 mg
- Potassium: 99.4 mg
- Fiber: 0.2 g
PREPARATION
- Boil The Egg: Place egg in a saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 9 minutes.
- Cool And Peel: Transfer the egg to an ice bath for 5 minutes, then peel and pat dry.
- Slice Egg And Cucumber: Cut the boiled egg into 4 even rounds. Meanwhile, slice the cucumber into 4 medium-thick rounds.
- Assemble The Bites: Lay each cucumber slice flat, top with an egg round and sprinkle with a light pinch of fresh black pepper.
- Serve Or Pack: Serve immediately on a plate or place into a snack container for later enjoyment.
PREP TIME
5 minutes
COOKING TIME
10 minutes
TIPS
- Perfect Egg Texture: For easy peeling, use slightly older eggs and blanch them in boiling water for 60 seconds before simmering.
- Avoid Watery Cucumbers: Opt for a seedless firm cucumber and dry them thoroughly to prevent sogginess.
- Spice It Up: Add a tiny dusting of smoked paprika or chilli flakes for extra interest.
VARIATIONS
- Herb Infusion: Replace pepper with freshly chopped dill or chives for an aromatic lift.
- Add Creaminess: Add a dot of Greek yoghurt or low-fat cream cheese between egg and cucumber.
- Protein Boost: Replace one cucumber with an extra egg if you require a denser protein snack.
PREPPING AND STORAGE
- Fridge: Assembled bites keep well in an airtight container for up to 24 hours; store dressing or seasoning separately if transporting.
- Freezer: Not suitable for freezing assembled. You can boil eggs in advance and freeze peeled eggs for future use.