Best 8 Summer Time Cucumber Sandwiches Recipes
As the sun shines brightly and the air fills with the scent of blooming flowers, it is time to indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer. Cucumber sandwiches, a classic summertime treat, offer a delightful combination of crisp cucumbers, creamy fillings, and soft, fluffy bread. Whether you prefer classic recipes or modern variations, there are endless possibilities to create the perfect cucumber sandwich that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a world of summertime bliss.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
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
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.
EASY CUCUMBER PARTY SANDWICHES
These easy, beautiful, yummy sandwiches are perfect for brunches, tea parties or spring and summer lunches. Can be prepared ahead of time and assembled just before serving. This is an easy appetizer to prepare the day before, except for the assembly. The cream cheese mixture is actually better after about 8 hours. Feel free to experiment with the dressing; we prefer the buttermilk dressing but ranch or Italian works great, too. Also, cocktail bread can be substituted for the hand-cut bread, which will save 10 to 15 minutes.
Provided by Linnea Wittenburg Bennett
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Canapes and Crostini Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix, and dried dill in a bowl until creamy and smooth.
- Cut crusts from bread slices; cut sliced bread into decorative shapes (such as rounds or flowers) with cookie cutters. Spread each piece of bread with cream cheese mixture and top with a cucumber slice. Top each canape with a few fresh dill leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 454.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
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.
BUCKINGHAM PALACE GARDEN PARTY CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
Cucumber sandwiches are made with fresh springy white or brown bread, lightly buttered, and with the crusts cut off - the perfect cool summer snack to go with your afternoon tea. This recipe idea came from a friend who was lucky enough to attend a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace - she swears this is how they made them! Cucumber sandwiches achieved literary notoriety in Oscar Wilde's play The Importance of Being Earnest (1895) when Algernon devours an entire plate full in the first act and there are none left for his aunt, Lady Bracknell. They are presented by Jack as being a delicacy: "Hallo! Why all these cups? Why cucumber sandwiches? Why such reckless extravagance in one so young? Who is coming to tea?"
Provided by French Tart
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 32 Quarters, 32 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel cucumber and slice in paper-thin rounds. Salt rounds lightly and place in colander for 15 minutes to drain. Press to release water; pat dry with paper towels.
- Spread sliced bread with softened butter. Put 2 layers of cucumber slices on bottom slice, sprinkle with finely chopped mint, salt and pepper to taste, and top with another buttered slice. Press lightly with palm of hand.
- Cut all crusts off with a sharp knife. Cut sandwiches in half diagonally and then again into quarters.
- Serve in alternate rows of brown and white bread sandwiches, points facing up!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.8, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 76.3, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 1.4
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
CUCUMBER SANDWICHES
Afternoon Tea
Provided by hjbetts
Time 20m
Yield Serves 40
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Lightly salt the cucumber slices and place them in a colander to drain for 1 to 2 hours.
- Then combine the butter and garlic and apply to 1 side of each slice of bread.
- In a small bowl, stir together the lemon juice, olive oil, and pepper.
- Add the cucumber slices, coating them well.
- Arrange the cucumber on 10 of the bread slices.
- Top with the other 10 slices, remove the crusts, and quarter
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
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: Use firm, seedless, and thinly sliced cucumbers for the best texture and flavor.
- Chill the ingredients: Chilling the cucumbers, butter, and cream cheese before assembling the sandwiches helps them hold their shape and keeps them refreshing.
- Use good quality bread: Choose a bread that is soft and light, yet sturdy enough to hold the sandwich together. White bread, wheat bread, or thinly sliced rye bread are all good options.
- Spread the butter evenly: Use softened butter and spread it thinly and evenly on both slices of bread. This will help the sandwiches stay moist and prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
- Don't overfill the sandwiches: Add just enough cucumber, cream cheese, and other fillings to make the sandwiches easy to eat. Overfilling them will make them difficult to assemble and eat.
- Chill the sandwiches before serving: After assembling the sandwiches, chill them for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors meld and make the sandwiches easier to handle.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like dill, chives, or basil add a pop of color and freshness to the sandwiches. Sprinkle them on top before serving.
Conclusion:
Cucumber sandwiches are a refreshing and easy-to-make summer treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying sandwich that is perfect for picnics, parties, or a light lunch. Experiment with different types of bread, fillings, and garnishes to find your favorite combination.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love