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Classic Cucumber Sandwiches

Classic Cucumber Sandwiches: The Perfect Refreshing Delight

Classic Cucumber Sandwiches offer a delightful vegetarian snack, perfect for tea parties and brunch spreads.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Herbed Spread
  • 8 ounces Whipped Cream Cheese Substitute with regular cream cheese for a firmer texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Sour Cream or Mayonnaise Use Greek yogurt as a healthier substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Substitute with chives or parsley for a different herb profile.
  • a pinch Kosher Salt Sea salt can be used as an alternative.
For the Sandwiches
  • 8 slices Sandwich Bread (soft white) Crusts removed for a refined finish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Butter Knife
  • Mandolin or Sharp Knife
  • Serrated knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Classic Cucumber Sandwiches
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of whipped cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of sour cream or mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh dill, and a pinch of kosher salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Take 8 slices of soft white bread and generously spread the herbed cream cheese mixture evenly on one side of each slice.
  3. Wash and dry 1 English cucumber, then slice it thinly (about 1/8 inch thick). Set aside on a paper towel to absorb excess moisture.
  4. Place a layer of cucumber slices on half of the prepared bread slices, slightly overlapping them.
  5. Trim off the crusts from each assembled sandwich using a serrated knife.
  6. Cut each sandwich into smaller portions, and arrange them on a serving platter. Garnish with extra dill or cucumber slices if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always slice cucumbers thinly and store leftovers in an airtight container with a damp paper towel to keep fresh for up to a day.

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