Cucumber Sandwich Filling
Elevate your tea-time spread with this creamy, flavorful Cucumber Sandwich Filling, a perfect balance of freshness and indulgence. This recipe combines finely grated English cucumber with velvety cream cheese, aromatic fresh dill and chives, and a hint of garlic powder for a light yet savory twist. A splash of lemon juice brightens the mix, while a touch of salt and black pepper rounds out the flavors. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this filling is the ultimate upgrade to traditional cucumber sandwiches. Serve it chilled for the best flavor, whether as an elegant hors d'oeuvre for afternoon tea or a refreshing appetizer for garden parties. Vegan guests? Substitute with dairy-free cream cheese for an equally delightful option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill
- 2 tbsp Chives
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumber. Peel it if desired and then finely grate it using a box grater.
Place the grated cucumber into a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible to prevent the filling from becoming watery.
In a medium mixing bowl, add the cream cheese. Let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to mix.
Finely chop the fresh dill and chives. Add them to the bowl with the cream cheese.
Add the grated cucumber, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Using a fork or a hand mixer, combine all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well-incorporated.
Taste the filling and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Refrigerate the filling for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld together.
Use the filling to assemble cucumber sandwiches by spreading a thin, even layer on bread slices. Add thinly sliced cucumber if desired for extra texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.2 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.8 g | 229% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1312 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 820 mg | 17% | |
*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.
