Vegan Classic Cucumber Sandwich
Elevate your afternoon tea with the refreshing simplicity of our Vegan Classic Cucumber Sandwich, a plant-based twist on an iconic favorite. Delicate slices of crisp cucumber meet a creamy, herb-infused blend of vegan cream cheese, fresh dill, and chives, all kissed with zesty lemon juice for a subtle tang. Nestled between soft whole grain bread with a protective layer of vegan margarine to keep them perfectly crisp, these sandwiches are easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Serve them crustless and quartered for an elegant presentation, ideal for tea parties, brunches, or light lunches. Enjoy a clean, vibrant flavor that’s both satisfying and cruelty-free with this timeless vegan recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices whole grain bread slices
- 200 grams vegan cream cheese
- 1 large cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegan margarine
Instructions
Start by preparing the cucumber. Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it into very thin rounds, preferably using a mandoline slicer for uniformity. Set the slices aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the vegan cream cheese, finely chopped fresh dill, and chives. Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, then mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the spread is smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Spread a thin layer of vegan margarine on one side of each bread slice. This will help prevent the bread from getting soggy.
Turn the bread over and spread a generous layer of the herb-infused vegan cream cheese mixture on the un-buttered side of half the bread slices.
Layer the cucumber slices evenly over the cream cheese spread on each slice. Make sure to cover the entire surface, slightly overlapping the slices if necessary.
Place the remaining slices of bread, margarine side down, on top of the cucumber slices to form sandwiches.
Using a sharp knife, cut off the crusts carefully for a classic tea sandwich presentation, then cut each sandwich into quarters for serving.
Arrange the sandwiches on a platter and serve immediately. Enjoy these refreshing vegan cucumber sandwiches as a light meal or with afternoon tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.7 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.8 g | 279% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3482 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.6 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1340 mg | 29% | |
*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.
