Cucumber Sandwiches
Cucumber sandwiches are a refreshing and elegant treat that combine crisp cucumbers with creamy spread, making them a delightful addition to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 sandwiches) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers (sliced thin)
- 8 slices soft white or whole grain bread (crusts removed)
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or chives (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace and slice the cucumbers thinly for even texture.
- Spread softened butter generously on one side of each bread slice.
- Layer sliced cucumbers evenly over half of the buttered bread slices.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, and chopped herbs over the cucumbers.
- Top with the remaining buttered bread slices, pressing gently to adhere.
- Cut into quarters or triangles and serve on a platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix cream cheese with fresh herbs before spreading. - Experiment with whole-grain or flavored breads for variety. - Keep cucumber sandwiches chilled until serving for maximum freshness.