Cucumber Sandwiches
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Cucumber Sandwiches
Description
This recipe uses softened cream cheese blended with mayonnaise, fresh dill, salt, and pepper to create a smooth, flavorful spread. English cucumber is peeled and sliced very thinly for a crisp texture that contrasts with the creamy cheese layer. The bread crusts are trimmed for a refined look, and sandwiches are cut into small, manageable shapes like triangles. The spread on both the bottom and top slices helps prevent sogginess from cucumber moisture.
Served immediately, these sandwiches deliver a mild, fresh flavor ideal for lunch or a light snack. Garnishing with dill adds a final herbal note. Store leftovers in airtight containers and consume within 24 hours for best texture.
The recipe suggests options such as using cookie cutters to create fun shapes in the bread before assembly, making them visually appealing for gatherings or snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 white bread or your favorite, loaf, thinly sliced
- 1 English cucumber
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dill minced plus more for garnish, fresh
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy with hand mixer or in a stand mixer.
- Stir in mayonnaise, dill, salt and pepper into cream cheese mixture until creamy and well combined.
- Peel and thinly slice cucumber.
- Cut crusts from bread and cut into triangles or other shape.
- Spread cream cheese mixture onto bread then layer cucumbers on one side of the bread, top with another slice of bread.
- Garnish with fresh dill if desired. Serve immediately.
- Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 24 hours. These are best enjoyed fresh!
Notes
- Apply cream cheese spread to both bread slices to prevent cucumber moisture from making the sandwich soggy when preparing in advance.
- Prepare sandwiches no more than one day ahead to maintain freshness and texture.
- Use cookie cutters to create various shapes from the bread before assembling for a decorative presentation.
- Store assembled sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours for best quality.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 322kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 453mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 200mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 852IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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