Description
Experience the crisp, refreshing delight of cucumber sandwiches, perfect for afternoon tea or a sunny picnic. Layered with creamy spread and nestled between soft bread, these elegant bites offer a burst of flavor with every delicious crunch. Simple to prepare and visually appealing, they are sure to impress your guests and elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 8 slices soft white or whole-grain bread
- 4 oz cream cheese (plain or herb-flavored)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the bread by laying out slices on a clean surface. Trim off the crusts if desired.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese with salt, pepper, and optional dill until smooth.
- Thinly slice the cucumber to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Spread an even layer of the cream cheese mixture on each slice of bread; place cucumber slices on half and top with another slice.
- Cut each sandwich into quarters for an elegant presentation.
- Arrange on a platter and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (about 50g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using butter as an additional spread. Customize your sandwiches by incorporating herbs like mint or swapping out cream cheese for hummus or avocado. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days but avoid reheating.