Description
Delightful cucumber sandwiches bring British afternoon tea elegance to your table with crisp, refreshing layers nestled between delicate bread slices. Elegant yet simple, these classic nibbles offer cool comfort perfect for summer gatherings or sophisticated light lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf soft white bread
- 1 English cucumber
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whip cream cheese, mayonnaise, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixer until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Position bread slices in pairs on a cutting surface, then meticulously distribute the herbed cream cheese blend across each slice using smooth, even strokes.
- Layer cucumber slices along one half of the prepared bread, creating a crisp, refreshing foundation for the sandwich.
- Optional: Enhance the cucumber layer with a delicate sprinkle of freshly chopped dill for an extra aromatic touch.
- Carefully place the corresponding bread slice atop the cucumber layer, creating a complete sandwich structure.
- Using a sharp knife, precision-cut each sandwich diagonally into four equal triangular segments, ensuring clean, neat edges.
- Arrange the quartered sandwiches on a serving platter, presenting an elegant and bite-sized appetizer perfect for gatherings or light refreshments.
Notes
- Pat cucumber slices dry with paper towels to prevent soggy sandwiches and maintain crisp texture.
- Use English cucumber for milder flavor and fewer seeds, creating a more delicate sandwich experience.
- Consider using gluten-free bread for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this classic appetizer.
- Experiment with fresh herb variations like chives or tarragon to customize the cream cheese spread and add unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 251
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg