Description
Cucumber Sandwiches are the perfect light and refreshing addition to any gathering, making them ideal for tea parties, bridal showers, or summer picnics. With a delightful combination of creamy filling and crisp cucumber slices nestled between soft bread, these sandwiches are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare. They can be made ahead of time, allowing busy hosts to enjoy their events without the stress of last-minute preparations. Customize the filling with your favorite herbs and spices for a personal touch, ensuring they cater to all tastes. Whether served as elegant finger foods or quick appetizers, Cucumber Sandwiches are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slices white bread
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh pepper (to taste)
- 1 English cucumber
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayo, minced dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt; blend until smooth.
- Peel the cucumber in stripes and slice it into 1/8 inch thick rounds.
- Remove crusts from bread slices and spread about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture on one slice.
- Layer cucumber slices on top, season with fresh pepper and dill if desired, then top with another slice of bread.
- Cut sandwiches into quarters (triangles or squares) and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg