Copenhagen Sandwich Coolers
Elevate your sandwich game with these elegant Copenhagen Sandwich Coolers, a refreshing no-cook recipe that’s perfect for warm-weather dining or a sophisticated lunch. Featuring a base of nutty rye bread luxuriously topped with a dill-infused cream cheese spread, these open-faced sandwiches are layered with vibrant arugula, silky smoked salmon, crisp cucumber slices, and tangy radishes. A sprinkle of capers and a hint of red onion add bold, briny depth, while a touch of lemon juice ties it all together with a zesty brightness. Ready in just 20 minutes, these wholesome, Scandinavian-inspired sandwiches are as visually stunning as they are delicious—ideal for entertaining or a light yet satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Rye bread
- 1 cup Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
- 8 ounces Smoked salmon
- 1 Cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 4 Radishes (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 0.5 Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups Arugula or baby spinach
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Toast the rye bread slices lightly to give them a crisp base. Set aside to cool.
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Spread a thin layer of the dill cream cheese mixture over each slice of rye bread.
Layer a small handful of arugula or baby spinach on top of the cream cheese mixture.
Place a slice of smoked salmon over the greens.
Add a few cucumber slices, radish slices, and red onion rings on top of the salmon.
Sprinkle capers evenly across the sandwiches for a burst of flavor.
Optionally garnish each sandwich with an extra sprig of dill for presentation.
Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving for a refreshing summer treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.2 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.4 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 295 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 5627 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.3 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 83.9 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 38.8 mcg | 194% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2420 mg | 51% | |
*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.
