Cucumber Sandwich Recipe

Cucumber Sandwiches are a traditional finger sandwich for luncheons or teas but they’re also a sandwich we love to enjoy at picnics or for lunches!

Cream cheese and fresh herbs are combined to make the perfect spread and it’s topped with fresh sliced cucumbers for a refreshing bite.

Cucumbers are a summertime staple and perfect for refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salads, creating delicious dips (like Greek Tzatziki) and of course delicious Cucumber Sandwiches! These little sandwiches have been around for as long as I can remember… paper thin cucumbers, dill and chive cream cheese spread sandwiched between crustless bread.

These easy cucumber sandwiches make the perfect appetizer for any occasion. They’re light and refreshing and everyone loves them!

Cucumber Sandwiches are so easy to make. I start with cream cheese, mayonnaise and fresh herbs. While I use dill and chives, you can use your favorites or whatever you have on hand. If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can substitute dried or even skip the herbs & mayonnaise and add ranch dressing (or homemade ranch dressing mix) in their place.

Once the spread is all mixed up, you’ll want to thinly slice your cucumbers. English cucumbers are my favorite for this recipe as the seeds are small and delicate. I personally prefer peel on for color but they also can be peeled. I add a some extra herbs and pepper on top for flavor.

We love these best on white bread with the crusts removed but you can certainly make cucumber sandwiches on pumpernickel bread (or any kind of bread) if you’d like!

If you make sure the bread is covered with the dill cream cheese spread, they will not get soggy. Once made and sliced, place in a container and seal well. Store in the refrigerator. I like to leave them at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.

If you’re in a rush, using a flavored cream cheese (such a veggie cream cheese or herb and garlic) can make these extra quick!

Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches are an appetizer must for a tea party, Mother’s Day brunch, baby shower, bridal shower, or any get together. Simple finger food that’s cool, fresh, light, and so delicious!

Prep: 20min

Total: 20min

Yield: 32

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 71 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 114 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 16 slices high-quality soft white sandwich bread ((about 1 loaf), crusts removed)
• 1 English cucumber
• 8 ounces cream cheese (, softened)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• Cracked black pepper (, to taste)

Instruction:

1. Peel the cucumber in stripes and cut into 1/8-inch thin slices using a mandolin or sharp knife. Place the slices on paper towels and sprinkle with coarse salt. Let rest for 15-30 minutes to extract moisture. Pat dry with clean paper towels.
2. In the meantime, make the spread. In a medium bowl, using a handheld mixer, blend together the softened cream cheese, mayo, dill, chives, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Spread one side of each slice of bread with the herbed cream cheese.
4. Layer cucumber slices over half of the bread slices. Season with fresh cracked black pepper, to taste. Top with remaining bread slices, cream cheese mixture down. (At this point, you’ll have 8 full sandwiches.)
5. Using a sharp Chef’s knife, cut each sandwich into quarters, pushing through the bread down to the bottom. So you have 32 tea sandwiches.
6. Serve right away and enjoy!

Cucumber Sandwiches

Refreshing cucumbers and an easy herbed cream cheese spread make the perfect refreshing sandwiches.

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Yield: 30

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 39 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 37 mg, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon fresh chives (chopped)
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• salt & pepper to taste
• 1 long English cucumber ( thinly sliced)
• 1 loaf sliced bread (crusts removed)

Instruction:

1. With a hand mixer mix cream cheese and mayonnaise in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in herbs, garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste.
2. Spread bread slices with cream cheese mixture.
3. Thinly slice cucumbers. Layer over half of the bread slices. Top with additional herbs if desired.
4. Top with remaining bread slice, remove crusts if desired and cut each sandwich into 3 pieces.
5. Serve immediately or cover and store up to 24 hours.

Must-Try Cucumber Sandwich Recipe

Easy cucumber sandwich recipe without cream cheese perfect for parties, picnics, or light lunches! You’ll love the creamy labneh spread with olive oil and plenty of fresh herbs! Use soft white sandwich bread (as fresh as possible!) and English cucumbers for best results. If using garden cucumbers, be sure to peel off the waxy skin first. Serve cucumber sandwiches with other finger foods and little desserts like tomato and feta bites, antipasto skewers, biscotti, and butter cookies.

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Yield: 16

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 73 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 2.6 g, Fat 3.9 g, Saturated Fat 0.6 g, Trans Fat 0.004 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Sodium 64.9 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, unSaturated Fat 2.6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 cup labneh, (homemade or store-bought)
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped dill
• 3 tablespoons chopped basil
• Kosher salt
• Extra virgin olive oil
• ½ English cucumber, (thinly sliced)
• 8 slices soft bread, (crust removed)

Instruction:

1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the labneh, chopped fresh herbs, and a dash of kosher salt. Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Mix well.
2. Arrange the bread slices on a large cutting board and spread one side of each slice with a generous spoonful of labneh.
3. Arrange the cucumber slices on half of the bread slices, overlapping the cucumbers so they will fit well. Top with the other slice of bread (you should have 4 cucumber sandwiches at this point).
4. Pressing down gently, cut each cucumber sandwich into quarters (triangles or rectangles will work as well).
5. Arrange the sandwiches on a plate and serve with a garnish of dill. (If you have any cucumber slices left, you can arrange them on the plate as well). Enjoy!

High Society Cucumber Sandwiches with Cream Cheese

The ultimate guide to cucumber sandwiches. Know the traps to avoids and the tricks to making the best cucumber sandwiches available in polite society.

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Yield: 2

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 307 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 730 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 4 slices good quality soft bread
• 2 tbsp cream cheese
• ¼ cucumber
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp dill, fresh ((or mint))

Instruction:

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FAQ

What are the ingredients of a cucumber sandwich?

• 2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature. Great Value Cream Cheese, 8 oz, 2 Count.
• 1 tablespoon low-fat plain Greek yogurt.
• 1 tablespoon sliced fresh chives.
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper.
• 2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread.
• ⅓ cup thinly sliced English cucumber.

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