Cucumber Sandwiches
Light, refreshing, and easy to prepare, cucumber sandwiches are a classic finger food perfect for tea parties, picnics, or a light snack. With soft bread, creamy filling, and fresh cucumber slices, these sandwiches are a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 8 slices white or whole wheat bread, crusts removed
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried dill)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture onto one side of each bread slice.
- Arrange the cucumber slices in a single layer on half of the bread slices.
- Top with the remaining bread slices, spread-side down, to form sandwiches.
- Gently press the sandwiches together and trim the crusts (if not already removed).
- Cut each sandwich into quarters or triangles for serving.
- Arrange the cucumber sandwiches on a platter and serve immediately. For added freshness, garnish with a sprig of dill or parsley.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 290mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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