Description
Indulge in the light and refreshing taste of Cucumber Sandwiches, perfect for any occasion, from tea parties to baby showers. These delightful finger foods feature layers of crisp cucumber and a creamy herbed cheese spread nestled between soft white bread. With their elegant presentation and quick preparation time, these sandwiches are sure to impress your guests while providing a satisfying yet light option. Customize them with your favorite herbs or toppings for a personal touch that makes each bite unique. Enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and textures that make these Cucumber Sandwiches an unforgettable addition to your next gathering.
Ingredients
- 16 slices high-quality soft white sandwich bread
- 1 English cucumber
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- Cracked black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Remove crusts from bread slices.
- Peel cucumber in stripes and slice into 1/8-inch rounds.
- Sprinkle cucumber slices with salt; let sit on paper towels for 15-30 minutes to extract moisture, then pat dry.
- In a bowl, blend cream cheese, mayonnaise, dill, chives, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture on one side of each bread slice; layer cucumber slices on half of them and season with black pepper.
- Top with remaining bread slices (cream cheese side down).
- Cut sandwiches into quarters and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich quarter (22.5g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg