Refreshing Cucumber Sandwiches with Cream Cheese and Herbs Recipe
These classic cucumber sandwiches are a light, refreshing snack perfect for afternoon tea or a simple, elegant appetizer. Soft bread is generously spread with creamy cream cheese, layered with thinly sliced crisp cucumbers, and garnished with fresh herbs for a delightful flavor combination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches (8 halves) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 8 slices of white or whole wheat bread, crusts removed
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as dill, chives, or parsley), finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Remove the crusts from the bread slices for a delicate texture and lay them flat on a clean surface.
- Spread cream cheese: Using a knife or spatula, evenly spread a generous layer of softened cream cheese over one side of each bread slice, ensuring the edges are covered for cohesive sandwiches.
- Layer cucumbers: Arrange thin cucumber slices evenly over half of the cream cheese-covered bread slices, distributing them so every bite contains cucumber.
- Add herbs and assemble: Sprinkle freshly chopped herbs over the cucumber slices, then cover with the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, creating sandwiches.
- Serve: Cut sandwiches diagonally into halves or quarters if desired, and serve immediately to maintain freshness and crispness.
Notes
- Use soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread for best texture.
- Peel cucumbers if the skin is thick or waxed for better mouthfeel.
- Chill the cream cheese beforehand to make spreading easier.
- Fresh herbs enhance flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based spread.
- These sandwiches are best consumed fresh to preserve cucumber crispness.
Keywords: cucumber sandwiches, cream cheese sandwiches, afternoon tea, easy appetizer, vegetarian snack
