Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsThe MonarchAppetizer Option 18 Recipe

Appetizer Option 18 Recipe

Inspired by The Monarch
Time30m
Serves4

Make Appetizer Option 18 Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Garnish

Method

Preparation of Vegetables

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Wash the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper under cold running water. Dice the cucumber and bell pepper into small cubes, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion.

Preparation of Filling

  1. 2

    Make the Cream Cheese Mixture

    In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended and creamy.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Assemble the Appetizer

    Using a spoon or piping bag, fill the cucumber cups with the cream cheese mixture. Top each filled cucumber cup with the diced bell pepper, chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.

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