Description
Cucumber sandwiches are a classic delight that bring a refreshing twist to any gathering or snack time. These light, airy bites feature crisp cucumber slices nestled between soft bread and creamy spreads, making them the perfect addition to afternoon teas, picnics, or casual get-togethers. With a balance of flavors and textures, you can easily customize each sandwich to suit your taste preferences. Best of all, they come together quickly, allowing you to impress guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh white or whole grain bread
- 1 English cucumber
- 4 oz cream cheese (plain or herbed)
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumber; slice it thinly.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; stir in chopped dill.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture on one slice of bread; layer with cucumber slices.
- Top with another slice of bread and cut into quarters.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste.
For a lighter option, substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt mixed with herbs.
Experiment with different herbs or flavored spreads for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mini sandwiches (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg