Cucumber Open Faced Sandwiches
Elevate your appetizer game with these delightfully simple yet incredibly elegant Cucumber Open-Faced Sandwiches. Featuring crisp slices of fresh cucumber atop creamy, herb-infused cream cheese on lightly toasted sourdough or rye bread, this recipe is as refreshing as it is satisfying. A hint of zesty lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil bring brightness and depth to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, these sandwiches are perfect for a quick snack, light lunch, or an eye-catching addition to party platters. Don't forget to garnish with fresh dill for a touch of sophistication. Whether you're hosting afternoon tea or simply indulging in a seasonal treat, this recipe is a must-try for cucumber sandwich lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Bread (sliced, preferably sourdough or rye)
- 120 grams Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 medium Fresh cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the cucumber, then slice it into thin, even rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
2. In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Lightly toast the bread slices to give them a bit of crispiness without becoming too hard.
4. Spread an even layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each slice of toasted bread.
5. Arrange the cucumber slices on top of the cream cheese in a slightly overlapping pattern.
6. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the cucumbers for added flavor and shine.
7. Garnish with a sprig of fresh dill or a light sprinkle of additional chopped dill, if desired.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 801 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 313 mg | 7% | |
*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.
