Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe
These delightful cucumber sandwiches are perfect for a light and refreshing meal or a lovely addition to any afternoon tea spread. Creamy herbed cream cheese paired with crisp cucumber slices, sandwiched between soft bread, create a simple yet elegant treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Mixing, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Spread:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Additional:
- 1 long English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 loaf sliced bread, crusts removed
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Spread: Using a hand mixer, blend cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Add herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, and zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spread the cream cheese mixture onto bread slices. Layer cucumber slices on half of the bread. Optionally, add more herbs. Top with remaining bread slices.
- Finalize and Serve: Trim crusts off the sandwiches and cut each into three pieces using a sharp knife. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
Notes
- For added freshness, consider using whole grain or artisanal bread.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like mint or parsley for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cucumber Sandwiches, Cream Cheese Spread, Tea Sandwiches
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