Cucumber sandwiches are a classic summertime treat, perfect for a light lunch or afternoon tea. The cool, crisp cucumber pairs perfectly with the creamy spread and soft bread, making for a refreshing and satisfying sandwich. Whether you prefer a simple recipe with just a few ingredients or a more elaborate one with herbs, spices, or other fillings, there's a cucumber sandwich recipe out there for everyone.
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CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
I was introduced to a similar cucumber sandwich by a friend many years ago. I sometimes add thinly sliced onions for a change of pace. Along with fruit salad, it makes a light summer lunch. -Karen Schriefer, Stevensville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and dressing mix. Spread on 1 side of each slice of bread. Peel cucumbers if desired; thinly slice and place on 6 slices of bread. Top with remaining bread. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CUCUMBER FINGER SANDWICHES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 12 finger sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spread one side of each slice of bread with a thin layer of butter. Arrange a single layer of cucumber slices on 4 of the bread slices. Stir together the mayonnaise, chives, mustard and some salt and pepper in a small bowl. Spread a thin layer of the mayonnaise mixture over the cucumbers. Top with the remaining slices of buttered bread. Cut off the crusts and cut each sandwich into three fingers.
ENGLISH TEA CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
A refreshing and delicious sandwich. Depending on the way you cut the bread, these can be made as appetizers or a simple lunch time sandwich.
Provided by NJS36
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cucumber slices between 2 paper towels set in a colander. Allow liquid to drain, about 10 minutes.
- Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion salt, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Divide cucumber slices over half of the bread slices; sprinkle lemon pepper on cucumber.
- Stack the other half of the bread slices with spread sides down over the cucumber slices to make sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 396.5 mg, Sugar 2 g
CUCUMBER SANDWICHES III
Really great appetizer for the summer or anytime. Every time I have served these everyone wants the recipe...and they're so easy! Just be sure to refrigerate the cream cheese mixture overnight!
Provided by KIMBEE100
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 35
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise and Italian dressing mix. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Spread the cream cheese blend onto slices of French bread. Top with a cucumber slice, and sprinkle with dill. You can make as many or few as you like. the cream cheese mixture keeps for about a week in the refrigerator so you can make them over and over again!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 296.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
SAVORY CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
Italian salad dressing easily flavors this delicious cucumber sandwich recipe. Serve them as an appetizer for a holiday party or with tea as a snack. -Carol K Henderson, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise and salad dressing mix. Refrigerate for 1 hour. , Just before serving, spread over each slice of rye bread; top each with a cucumber slice. If desired, sprinkle with dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
THE BEST CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
The best flavors always seem so simple! Give these a try (I won't eat cucumbers any other way). A nice southern treat! Since the recipe is so easy good ingredients are key. Real or homemade mayo and good salt, seedless cukes.
Provided by Codychop
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Slice the cucumber as thin as you can (1/8" is good).
- Cut out nice circles from the white part of the bread using a 3in cookie cutter(toss the crusts).
- Spread a seriously THIN layer of mayo on each slice and artfully arrange 3-4 cucumber slices on each open faced sandwich.
- Top with 3 or 4 shavings of onion.
- Sprinkle each sandwich with some salt (do not leave this out!).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.6, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 859.6, Carbohydrate 67.2, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 7.1, Protein 10.1
CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
Provided by Julia Reed
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 35 round tea sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cucumber, onion, vinegar and sugar in bowl and toss to mix. Add enough water to cover, along with a few cubes of ice. Soak cucumbers for at least an hour or overnight (they will keep refrigerated for several days).
- Drain. With a 2-inch biscuit or cookie cutter, cut bread into rounds the size of cucumber slices (One piece of bread is enough for two rounds.) Spread one side of each round with mayonnaise and place a cucumber slice between two rounds, mayonnaise sides in.
CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
Provided by Craig Claiborne
Categories lunch, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 8 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spread mayonnaise on the top of each slice of bread.
- Trim the ends of the cucumber and scrape off the skin and cut the cucumber into thin slices. Arrange the cucumber slices on 4 of the slices of bread. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover with the remaining slices of bread.
- Cut away the crusts of each sandwich. Cut each sandwich lengthwise in half.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 189, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 210 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips and Conclusion
Tips:
- Choose the freshest cucumbers you can find. This will ensure that your sandwiches are crisp and flavorful.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cucumbers. This will help to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- If you're using salted butter, be sure to let it come to room temperature before spreading it on the bread. This will make it easier to spread and will help to prevent the bread from tearing.
- Add a layer of cream cheese to the sandwiches for extra richness and flavor.
- Garnish the sandwiches with fresh herbs, such as dill or chives. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the sandwiches immediately, or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate them for later.
Conclusion: Cucumber sandwiches are a classic summertime treat that are perfect for picnics, parties, or any other special occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing snack, give cucumber sandwiches a try!
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