Description
Indulge in the light and elegant flavors of cucumber sandwiches, perfect for any occasion. This delightful recipe features crisp cucumber slices nestled between soft bread, complemented by a creamy herb spread. Ideal for picnics, afternoon teas, or casual gatherings, these sandwiches are not only visually appealing but also bursting with fresh flavors that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 8 slices white or whole wheat bread
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or mint, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the cucumber before slicing it thinly.
- Cut the bread into uniform slices using a serrated knife.
- In a bowl, combine softened butter (or cream cheese) with chopped dill or mint, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Layer the cucumber slices on half of the bread slices, slightly overlapping them.
- Top with another slice of bread, press gently, then cut off crusts if desired and slice into quarters or triangles.
- Enjoy your freshly made cucumber sandwiches right away for optimal crunch!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwich triangles (about 60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg