Cucumber and Butter Tea Sandwiches
Delightfully simple yet elegantly classic, these Cucumber and Butter Tea Sandwiches are the perfect addition to any afternoon tea or sophisticated gathering. Featuring thinly sliced, lightly salted cucumber layered on soft white bread with a creamy spread of unsalted butter, this recipe captures the essence of traditional tea-time fare. Optional fresh dill adds a touch of herbaceous flair, elevating these dainty sandwiches to gourmet status. With just 15 minutes of preparation and no cooking required, they’re an effortlessly chic choice for entertaining. Serve these crustless, bite-sized treats fresh for maximum flavor and texture, and watch them disappear in moments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 8 slices White sandwich bread
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin, even rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline. Lay the slices on a paper towel-lined plate, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat the cucumber slices dry with another paper towel.
Soften the butter to room temperature for easy spreading. Optional: Add freshly chopped dill to the butter and mix well for a herb-infused flavor boost.
Spread a thin, even layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread, ensuring the edges are fully covered to prevent sogginess from the cucumbers.
Arrange the cucumber slices in a single layer on 4 slices of the buttered bread. Sprinkle with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
Top with the remaining 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, to form sandwiches.
Using a sharp knife, trim the crusts off the sandwiches to create neat edges. Cut each sandwich into quarters, either into squares or triangles, depending on preference.
Serve immediately or cover with a slightly damp paper towel and plastic wrap to keep fresh until serving. These are best enjoyed the same day they are made.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 706 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 216 mg | 5% | |
*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.
