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Classic Cucumber Sandwiches

Classic Cucumber Sandwiches: A Refreshing Tea Party Delight

Classic Cucumber Sandwiches are a light and refreshing vegetarian snack, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: British
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Cheese Spread
  • 8 oz Whipped Cream Cheese Substitute with plain cream cheese if preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Sour Cream or Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Can substitute with chives or parsley.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust if using table salt.
For the Sandwiches
  • 1 large English Cucumber Thinly sliced.
  • 8 slices White Sandwich Bread Whole wheat is a healthier substitute.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Knife
  • Mandolin slicer
  • Serrated Knife
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the whipped cream cheese, sour cream or mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill, and kosher salt. Mix until smooth.
  2. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Thinly slice the cucumber into 1/8-inch rounds and arrange on a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  4. Place sliced cucumbers on half of the prepared bread slices, slightly overlapping them.
  5. Top with the remaining bread slices, spread side down, and gently press to secure.
  6. Trim off crusts of the assembled sandwiches and cut into rectangular or triangular shapes.
  7. Arrange the sandwiches on a serving plate and garnish with extra dill or cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill assembled sandwiches for 15 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Keep the bread moist by covering with a damp paper towel if storing in the fridge.

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