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Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe

Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe

4.8 from 7 reviews

These refreshing cucumber sandwiches are perfect for a light and tasty snack or a lovely addition to a picnic or afternoon tea. The creamy herbed filling pairs beautifully with the cool crunch of English cucumber slices, all nestled between soft bread slices.

Ingredients

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Cream Cheese Mixture:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh green onions (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 long English cucumber (thinly sliced)
  • 1 loaf sliced bread (crusts removed)

Instructions

  1. Make the cream cheese mixture: Whisk cream cheese and mayonnaise in a small bowl using a hand mixer until smooth. Stir in herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, and zest; add salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Spread it: Spread cream cheese mixture on bread slices.
  3. Slice the cucumbers: Thinly slice cucumbers. Layer over half of the bread slices. Top with additional herbs if desired.
  4. Top with bread: Top with the remaining bread slice. Cut the crusts off and each sandwich into three pieces using a sharp knife.
  5. Serve: Serve immediately or cover and store for up to 24 hours in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

  • You can customize the herbs in the cream cheese mixture to suit your taste preferences.
  • For added crunch, you can leave the cucumber slices unpeeled.

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