Turkey Cranberry Skewer Appetizers are a low‑carb, festive bite featuring cheese, deli turkey, cucumber, and a cranberry on top. These easy turkey cranberry skewer appetizers make a colorful, sweet-and-savory snack, perfect for a snack, holiday parties or quick low‑carb entertaining.
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Why you'll love these turkey cranberry skewer appetizers?
- Sweet and savory bite-sized snack.
- Low-carb and holiday-friendly.
- Colorful and visually appealing for parties.
- Simple ingredients, easy to assemble.
- Works well for make-ahead entertaining.
Recipe Tips
- Slice cucumbers thinly for easy stacking.
- Use fresh or frozen cranberries for a tart, festive flavor.
- Cube cheese evenly so skewers stay stable.
- Make ahead and refrigerate until serving.
- Pair with honey mustard, yogurt-dill, or cranberry dip.
Storage
- Store assembled skewers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 hours. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, assemble and cover with plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 4 hours.
Yes, it's low-carb and holiday-friendly. Each skewer contains roughly 1g of carbs.
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Recipe Card
Turkey Cranberry Skewer Appetizers
Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 oz provolone cheese cut into cubes
- 6 turkey deli slices cut into 1" wide slices
- 24 cucumber slices
- 12 frozen cranberries thawed and cut int half
Instructions
- Place a cube of cheese on a cutting board.
- Cut the deli turkey into 1-inch wide slices, trimming if necessary.
- Fold or layer one slice of turkey neatly over each cheese cube so it covers the top.
- Slice a cucumber into thin rounds and place one slice on top of each turkey layer.
- Cut cranberries in half and place one half on top of each cucumber slice.
- Insert a toothpick through the center of each stack to hold all layers together.
- Repeat until all skewers are assembled.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve, or serve immediately as a low-carb appetizer.
Notes
- Skewers can be made a few hours ahead and chilled until serving.
- Use fresh pesto for the best flavor.
- Adjust pesto or cranberry amounts to taste.
- Perfect for low-carb diets and holiday entertaining.
- Serve on a platter for easy grabbing at parties.
- Honey mustard or maple dijon sauce complements the cranberry and turkey.
- Creamy herb dip or yogurt‑dill sauce keeps it low-carb and fresh.
- A small dish of cranberry sauce makes it festive and flavorful.
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Nutritional Information
Nutrition info is estimated and varies by ingredients, measurements, and portions.
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Food safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooked food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
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Oscar Chimenti says
Sweet, tangy, and festive, these turkey cranberry skewers are an easy holiday favorite!