Best 20 Cucumber Sandwiches Recipes

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Cucumber sandwiches, a quintessential British teatime treat, have been enjoyed for centuries. These dainty sandwiches are simple to make, yet elegant and refreshing. Traditionally, they're made with thinly sliced cucumbers, fresh dill, and a creamy spread, all nestled between two slices of soft white bread. Variations of this classic recipe include using different types of bread, such as whole wheat or rye, and adding other ingredients like thinly sliced radishes, watercress, or even a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper. For a vegan option, try using vegan cream cheese or a spread made from mashed avocado. No matter your preference, cucumber sandwiches are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed at any time of day. Dive into the recipes below to discover various ways to make this timeless classic.

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SAVORY CUCUMBER SANDWICHES



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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

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
36 slices snack rye bread
1 medium cucumber, sliced
Snipped fresh dill, optional

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.

CUCUMBER PARTY SANDWICHES



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This is one of my favorite appetizers. We have lots of pig roasts here in Kentucky, and these small sandwiches are perfect to serve while the pig is roasting. -Rebecca Rose, Mount Washington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Italian salad dressing mix
30 slices cocktail rye or pumpernickel bread
60 thin cucumber slices
Optional: Fresh dill sprigs and slivered red pearl onions

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, mayonnaise and dressing mix until blended; let stand 30 minutes. , Spread cream cheese mixture on bread. Top each with 2 cucumber slices and, if desired, dill and red onion slivers. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY CUCUMBER PARTY SANDWICHES



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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

1 (8 ounce) package whipped cream cheese with chives
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
1 ½ teaspoons dried dill weed
1 (1 pound) loaf thinly sliced white bread
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
¼ cup snipped fresh dill leaves, or as needed

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



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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

1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable cream cheese
2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
12 slices pumpernickel or rye bread
2 to 3 medium cucumbers

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 SANDWICHES I



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Cucumber sandwiches!! Top party rye with cream cheese and a slice of cucumber, and let the little appetizers work their magic!

Provided by Dorothea Rohatsch

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (8 ounce) package whipped cream cheese
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
1 (1 pound) loaf cocktail rye bread
1 cucumber, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix whipped cream cheese and dry Italian-style dressing mix. Spread equal portions of the mixture on slices of the cocktail rye bread. Top each with a slice of cucumber.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 276.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CUCUMBER AND LEMONY DILL CREAM CHEESE TEA SANDWICHES



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 12 tea sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 slices good-quality white bread*
1/3 large English seedless cucumber (about 4 inches), thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, fresh dill, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Lay the slices of bread on your work service and distribute the cream cheese evenly among each slice, spreading into a thin layer. Arrange the cucumber slices in rows over 3 slices of the bread. Top with the remaining bread, and cut into quarters so there are 4 pieces from each sandwich. Serve immediately.

CUCUMBER FINGER SANDWICHES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 12 finger sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 slices white sandwich bread
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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.

CUCUMBER TEA SANDWICHES



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My children wanted to plant a garden, and we ended up with buckets of cucumbers. When I tired of making pickles, I came up with these pretty, little sandwiches. We made 200 of them for a family gathering, and everyone wanted the recipe. -Kimberly Smith Brighton, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 large cucumbers, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
12 slices whole wheat bread
Cucumber slices and fresh dill sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the first eight ingredients until blended. Stir in the cucumbers, red pepper, onion, olives and parsley. Chill for up to 2 hours. , Remove crusts from bread; cut each slice into four triangles. Spread with cream cheese mixture. Garnish with cucumber slices and, if desired, dill sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CUCUMBER TEA SANDWICHES



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 18 tea sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 stick (4 ounces) salted Irish butter, such as Kerrygold, at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1 tablespoon finely minced shallot
1 teaspoon lemon zest plus juice of 1/2 lemon
12 slices brioche bread (1/2-inch slices), crusts removed
24 thin lengthwise slices Persian cucumber (1/4-inch slices)
Kosher salt
3 to 4 small red radishes, thinly sliced into rounds
1 cup frisee, broken into small pieces

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the butter, parsley, chives, shallot and lemon zest.
  • Lay the bread slices out on a clean work surface. Spread 2 teaspoons of the compound butter over each slice of bread. Trim the cucumber slices so that they are the length of the bread slices. (Save the scraps for salads.) Lay 4 pieces of cucumber across 1 slice of buttered bread--it is okay if the cucumbers overlap. Repeat on 5 more slices of bread. Season the top of the cucumbers lightly with salt. Next, add a single layer of radishes over the cucumbers, about 12 rounds per slice of bread.
  • Toss the frisee with the lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Divide the frisee evenly over the radishes. Top the frisee with the remaining 6 slices buttered bread. Cut each sandwich into thirds with a serrated knife to make small rectangles. Serve immediately.

CUCUMBER CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Dress up chicken salad with crunchy cucumber and dill for a summery sandwich that's ready in just 10 minutes. If you're watching salt, omit it from each handheld to save 295 mg per serving. -Eva Wright, Grant, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/3 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dill weed
2 lettuce leaves
4 slices tomato
2 sandwich buns, split

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place lettuce and tomato on bun bottoms; top with chicken salad. Replace bun tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 930mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DILL CREAM CHEESE, ROAST BEEF AND CUCUMBER SANDWICHES



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This is tasty. My buddy told me about this and I altered it to my own liking.

Provided by TJ Lombard

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cucumber, peeled and grated
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
salt and ground black pepper to taste
10 slices dense white bread
½ cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
1 pound deli roast beef, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Wrap grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel; squeeze to release liquid from cucumber. Transfer grated cucumber to a bowl.
  • Mix cream cheese, dill, salt, and black pepper into grated cucumber.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture over bread slices.
  • Divide roast beef and cucumber slices on 5 slices bread and place another slice of bread spread-side down on top to make 5 sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 92.9 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 1393.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

HERBED CHEESE CUCUMBER AND RADISH TEA SANDWICHES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 ounces fresh goat cheese, at room temperature
3 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 small clove garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus sprigs for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 slices crustless white sandwich bread, cut into quarters
1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
4 breakfast radishes, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese, goat cheese, butter, Parmesan, lemon juice and garlic in a small food processor and process until very smooth and light. Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in the chives, parsley and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until chilled but still spreadable, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spread the bread on a baking sheet and bake, flipping the pieces once, until lightly toasted but not colored, about 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • To serve, spread the cheese mixture on the toasts. Top with the sliced cucumber and radishes and garnish with dill sprigs.

CUCUMBER MINT TEA SANDWICHES



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Make and share this Cucumber Mint Tea Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 seedless cucumber, peeled and very thinly sliced (about 32 slices)
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, rinsed, spun dry, finely chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 cup cream cheese, room temperature
16 slices best-quality white bread (or whole wheat)
salt

Steps:

  • Place cucumber slices between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • In a small bowl, combine the mint, butter, and cream cheese; spread on one side of each slice of bread. Lay the cucumber slices onto the buttered side of 8 slices of bread. Sprinkle with salt. Top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side down.
  • Gently cut the crusts from each sandwich with a sharp knife. Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally and then cut in half again.
  • Makes 8 whole sandwiches, or 16 halves, or 32 fourths.

CUCUMBER AND CREAM CHEESE TEA SANDWICHES



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Make and share this Cucumber and Cream Cheese Tea Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Woowoose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 20 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 English cucumber, unpeeled
2 ounces whipped cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise (I use Miracle Whip)
1 pinch garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
5 slices white bread, cut very thin (slice regular pieces in half if you have to)
5 slices whole wheat bread, cut very thin (slice regular pieces in half if you have to)

Steps:

  • Cut cucumber with a mandolin to make very fine slices. Lay slices on paper towels to drain.
  • In a bowl, stir cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic salt and dill together until smooth.
  • Spread each slice of bread with a layer of the cream cheese mixture. Then lay cucumber slices in overlapping rows on one half of the bread slices. Top with remaining wheat bread slices.
  • Cut crusts from each sandwich and then cut into quarters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.2, Sodium 90.6, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.8, Protein 1.4

WARM GREEK PITA SANDWICHES WITH TURKEY AND CUCUMBER-YOGURT SAUCE



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The perfect ending to the holiday turkey is this Greek-inspired sandwich served in a warmed pita. It is filled with lettuce, tomatoes, and turkey, and topped with a homemade cucumber sauce.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup sour cream
½ cup plain low-fat yogurt
½ cup cucumber, peeled, grated and squeezed as dry as possible
2 teaspoons red or rice wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon Salt and pepper, to taste
4 large pitas
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, peeled, halved and cut into chunky wedges
3 cups leftover roast turkey, pulled into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon oregano
1 ½ cups shredded lettuce (preferably romaine)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved and lightly salted

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position. Heat oven to 300 degrees.
  • In a small bowl, mix sour cream, yogurt, cucumber, vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
  • Place pitas in oven; bake until warm and pliable, 7 minutes. Cut in half. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Carefully add onion; saute until spotty brown but still crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Add turkey, oregano and remaining minced garlic; continue to saute until heated through, another 2 minutes.
  • Serve, letting guests fill their own pitas with lettuce first, followed by turkey, tomatoes and cucumber sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 729.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

CUCUMBER AND PROSCIUTTO TEA SANDWICHES



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These dainty tea sandwiches are spread with chive butter and layered with prosciutto and cucumber slices. They make a nice match with our Spiked Berry Half-and-Half.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh chives
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
16 very thin slices white bread
1/4 pound Prosciutto or ham
Thinly sliced English cucumber
Ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine butter, chives, and mustard. Spread bread slices with a layer of seasoned butter. Top 8 bread slices with 2 slices each prosciutto and a layer of sliced cucumber. Season with pepper. Sandwich with remaining bread slices, buttered side down. With a sharp knife, cut off crusts, then cut each sandwich in half on the diagonal. Serve immediately or transfer to a platter and refrigerate, covered with plastic wrap, up to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 g, Fat 14 g, Protein 16 g

MINT-CUCUMBER TOMATO SANDWICHES



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I jazzed up the quintessential teatime cucumber sandwich to suit my family's tastes. This was my absolute go-to sandwich last summer when I was pregnant. It hit all the right spots! -Namrata Telugu, Terre Haute, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 sandwiches.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter, softened
8 slices sourdough bread
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Spread butter over 4 slices of bread. Layer with cucumber and tomatoes; sprinkle with salt, pepper and mint. Top with remaining bread. If desired, cut each sandwich into quarters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 631mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CUCUMBER SHRIMP TEA SANDWICHES



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I think tea sandwiches are just so cute and elegant. The recipe for these came from a wonderful fund raiser party for the theater where I volunteer and used to be the box office manager. They were so pretty, elegant, and delicious. The servings will actually depend on how many shrimp you have to work with. From what I observed, people will pick up two at a time and possibly return for more.

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup minced green onion
1/4 cup tub-style light cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 lbs small shrimp or 1 1/2 lbs shrimp, cooked and peeled
1 cucumber, sliced very thin
1 loaf bread, your choice (pumpernickel was the bread served at the party)

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in a bowl.
  • Trim the crusts from the bread slices.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture over the bread slices and cut into 4 triangles until you reach the number of shrimp you have.
  • Arrange shrimp on each bread triangle. Arrange the cucumber evenly over shrimp.
  • Chill, covered until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.9, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 181.7, Sodium 749.1, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 30.1

SUMMER TIME CUCUMBER SANDWICHES



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I was surprised this recipe wasn't listed. One of my favorite summer snacks! You can use fat free cream cheese and mayo if you would like to cut back on the calories. Either way they are yummy!

Provided by spacelace1

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup mayonnaise
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
15 slices cocktail rye bread
1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
1 teaspoon dried dill weed

Steps:

  • Mash cream cheese, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing mix together in a bowl with a fork until smooth; chill for at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • About 10 minutes before serving, remove cream cheese mixture from refrigerator and let stand to soften. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture evenly onto each slice of cocktail rye bread, top each with a cucumber slice, and sprinkle with dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 279.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHICKEN-CUCUMBER PARTY SANDWICHES



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I have made these many times for large gatherings everyone really loves them and there is never any left, the sandwiches may be made up to 24 hours in advance covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated, this makes a huge amount of sandwiches you may reduce amounts to half if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 75 small sandwiches (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup mayonnaise (reduced fat is okay, do not use fat-free)
3 cups finely diced cooked chicken
3/4 cup peeled seeded and diced cucumber
3 celery ribs, finely diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
6 green onions, chopped small
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste, I use seasoned salt)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
84 slices fresh white bread or 84 slices whole wheat bread

Steps:

  • In a medium size bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese and the mayo until well blended (I use a whisk).
  • With a wooden spoon, stir in the chicken and the next 7 ingredients.
  • Cover and chill the filling for 4-24 hours.
  • When ready to prepare the sandwiches after the 4-24 hour chilling time cut the crusts off of the bread slices.
  • Using cookie cutters, or assorted metal shaped cutters (medium-size round biscuit cutters work great too), cut the bread slices into desired shapes.
  • Spread half of the bread shapes with the chicken mixture, and top with the matching shape.
  • Roll the sandwich edges in chopped fresh parsley if desired.
  • Refrigerate, covered with plastic wrap until ready to use.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cucumbers. English cucumbers are the best choice for cucumber sandwiches because they're long, slender, and have a mild flavor.
  • Peel the cucumbers before slicing them. This will help to prevent the sandwiches from getting soggy.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly. This will help them to fit neatly into the sandwiches and make them easier to eat.
  • Use a good quality cream cheese. This will make the sandwiches richer and more flavorful.
  • Season the cream cheese with herbs and spices. This will add flavor and interest to the sandwiches.
  • Use fresh bread. This will help the sandwiches to taste their best.
  • Assemble the sandwiches just before serving. This will help to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
  • Cut the sandwiches into triangles or squares. This will make them easier to eat and more visually appealing.

Conclusion:

Cucumber sandwiches are a classic summer treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're light, refreshing, and easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make cucumber sandwiches that are sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give cucumber sandwiches a try. You won't be disappointed!

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