What ingredients create the Olympic ring colors?

Black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips represent the iconic colors.

How long does it take to prepare these appetizers?

Preparation takes about 25 minutes with no cooking required, making them quick and easy to assemble.

Yes, by using plant-based cream cheese and sour cream alternatives.

Round water crackers or mini rice cakes provide a neutral and sturdy base for the creamy spread and toppings.

Try adding smoked salmon for the red ring or roasted eggplant for the black ring to add gourmet twists.

Festive, colorful bite-sized appetizers inspired by the Olympic rings—perfect for parties and celebrations.

These appetizers have become a party staple in my family, always bringing a festive flair and smiles to the table.

Base: 20 round water crackers or mini rice cakes
Cream Cheese Spread: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp sour cream 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Toppings (to represent ring colors): 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (black ring) 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or red bell pepper, diced (red ring) 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced (yellow ring) 1/4 cup cucumber, diced or sliced (green ring) 1/4 cup blue corn tortilla chips, crushed or blue food coloring (blue ring)
Garnish: Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Step 1:: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and spreadable.
Step 2:: Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker or rice cake.
Step 3:: Arrange crackers in five interlocking rings on a large platter to mimic the Olympic rings layout.
Step 4:: Top each group of 4 crackers with one of the colored toppings: black olives for black, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for red, yellow bell pepper for yellow, cucumber for green, and blue corn chips (or a dot of blue-colored cream cheese) for blue.
Step 5:: Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired.
Step 6:: Serve immediately for best texture.

This recipe always brings back fond memories of family celebrations and friendly Olympic watching parties.

Mixing bowl spatula or spoon large serving platter small knife for chopping

Contains dairy (cream cheese sour cream) crackers may contain gluten check all product labels for allergens if substituting ingredients

Per appetizer: calories 60 total fat 3.5 g carbohydrates 6 g protein 1.5 g

Enjoy these delightful appetizers as a vibrant addition to your next gathering.

→ What ingredients create the Olympic ring colors?: Black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips represent the iconic colors.
→ How long does it take to prepare these appetizers?: Preparation takes about 25 minutes with no cooking required, making them quick and easy to assemble.
→ Can I make a vegan version?: Yes, by using plant-based cream cheese and sour cream alternatives.
→ What is the best base for these bites?: Round water crackers or mini rice cakes provide a neutral and sturdy base for the creamy spread and toppings.
→ Are there suggestions to enhance the flavors?: Try adding smoked salmon for the red ring or roasted eggplant for the black ring to add gourmet twists.