Cucumber Sandwiches
Cucumber sandwiches are a quintessential delight for any gathering, offering a refreshing crunch and creamy flavor that transports you to sunny picnic days. With their delicate layers of crisp cucumber and rich herb-infused spread nestled between soft bread, these sandwiches are not just delicious but also visually appealing. Perfect for tea parties, brunches, or picnics, they embody simplicity and elegance in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes 8 sandwich quarters (2 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 8 slices of soft white or whole grain bread
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped (or herbs of choice)
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Start by washing the cucumber and slicing it thinly with a knife or mandoline.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with dill and salt until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture on one side of each bread slice. Layer cucumber slices evenly on half of the prepared slices.
- Top with the remaining bread slices, pressing down gently to adhere. Cut the crusts off for an elegant finish and slice into quarters or triangles.
- Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich quarter (25g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg