Easy Tea Sandwiches Recipe
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Easy Tea Sandwiches Recipe
Description
Easy Tea Sandwiches Recipe uses a base of sliced baguette topped with a garlic parsley salted cream cheese spread. Roasting the zucchini slices until lightly browned adds a subtle sweet and roasted flavor alongside the fresh cucumber or tomato slices. The inclusion of kielbasa brings a smoky and hearty note that contrasts with the fresh vegetables. Soft cream cheese melds all the toppings together, while optional dill or fresh parsley adds herbal brightness. The ingredients are layered simply without complex preparation, making this an approachable and versatile sandwich choice.
By broiling the zucchini rather than sautéing, the recipe keeps the slices from becoming soggy, maintaining a slight firmness. Spreading cream cheese mixed with fresh garlic ensures a rich, slightly pungent base without overpowering the other components. The sandwiches can be customized with either tomato or cucumber for freshness and balance. No elaborate cooking is required, making these straightforward yet satisfying tea sandwiches.
These sandwiches can be served as part of a light lunch or party tray. The mixture of textures and gentle flavors complements tea and light beverages and can easily be made ahead by preparing individual components separately.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette
- 2 zucchini small
- 1 tsp olive oil light
- 1 tsp garlic parsley salt
- 1 cucumber small
- 3 tomatoes small
- 1 lb kielbasa
- 6 oz cream cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- dill optional, or parsley, fresh
Instructions
- Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch rings. Assemble it on a baking sheet in a single layer and season with garlic salt and olive oil. Pull the cream cheese out of the fridge and allow it to soften at room temperature.
- Next, roast the zucchini on high broil until golden brown. Remove it from the baking sheet and place it on a plate lined with a paper towel to absorb any excess grease.
- Slice the veggies, bread, and sausage.
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese with pressed garlic and garlic salt.
- Smear on a thick layer of cream cheese onto each bread slice. Top with a couple slices of zucchini, sausage, and a slice of either tomato or cucumber.
- Optionally, garnish each sandwich with a sprig of dill or parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Units
Amount Per Serving
Calories 148 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 148kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 422mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 318IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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