Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of our Cucumber Sandwich Recipe, a perfect finger food for any occasion from elegant tea parties to casual picnics. These light sandwiches feature crisp cucumber slices nestled between soft bread and rich chive and onion cream cheese, creating a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these delicious bites in no time, making them an ideal choice for gatherings or as a satisfying afternoon snack. Customize the recipe with your favorite herbs or spreads to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber
- 8 slices white bread
- 2β3 ounces chive and onion cream cheese, softened
- fresh dill, optional
- flake sea salt & pepper
Instructions
- Thinly slice the English cucumber using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
- Place the slices on paper towels, sprinkle with flake sea salt and pepper, and let rest for 5-30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Spread softened chive and onion cream cheese evenly over four slices of bread.
- Layer the cucumber slices on top of the cream cheese, adding more seasoning or fresh dill as desired.
- Top with the remaining four slices of bread, trim off crusts, and cut into squares or triangles for serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Classic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Choose fresh, soft bread for optimal texture. Experiment with different flavored spreads like hummus or variations of cream cheese for added creativity. For a fun twist, add sliced radishes or herbs like dill or mint.
