Classic Cucumber Sandwich
Delightfully fresh and irresistibly simple, the Classic Cucumber Sandwich is a quintessential recipe for tea lovers and elegant gatherings. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers seasoned with a touch of salt, these sandwiches are layered with a creamy blend of unsalted butter, cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant fresh dill. Perfectly nestled between soft slices of white bread, this recipe delivers a light and refreshing bite that's ideal for afternoon tea, garden parties, or as a quick yet refined snack. With just 15 minutes of preparation and no cooking required, these tea-sized finger sandwiches are a crowd-pleasing option for any occasion. Serve them immediately or keep them fresh with a simple storage tip for lasting perfection! Keywords: cucumber sandwich, tea sandwiches, finger sandwiches, easy appetizer, fresh and creamy, no-cook recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 8 slices White bread
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds using a mandoline or a sharp knife. Place the slices in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and set aside for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix the unsalted butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy. Add the lemon juice and fresh dill, mixing until well combined.
Pat the cucumber slices dry with paper towels to remove any moisture that has accumulated.
Spread the butter and cream cheese mixture evenly on one side of each slice of white bread using a butter knife.
Arrange the cucumber slices in an even layer over the butter and cream cheese spread on half of the bread slices.
Top with the remaining slices of bread, butter side down, to form sandwiches.
Trim the crusts from the sandwiches with a sharp knife, then cut each sandwich into thirds or quarters to make tea-sized finger sandwiches.
Serve the cucumber sandwiches immediately, or cover them with a damp paper towel and plastic wrap if preparing in advance to keep them fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 169 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 1796 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.7 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 936 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
