Back in the days when I was strictly put on a diet because of having poor health, I can’t tell you how much I missed the taste alongside the nutrition. If you are also in need of a twist in your dietary-restricted life, congrats you found the perfect solution. My homemade cucumber sandwich recipe will fill your test buds with freshness. And the best part, is you are still following the nutritious healthy diet habit. So no more doctor friends scolding ya either!
My classic cucumber sandwich recipe is the quickest one, it may not even require a total of 10 minutes. And for you, I’ll also add some side dish ideas in the end. So all you’ll need to do now is- read, follow, prepare, and enjoy, shall we?
What Is a Cucumber Sandwich?
A cucumber sandwich is a light and refreshing sandwich usually made with thinly sliced cucumbers and bread with butter spread all over it. This dish originated from the British aristocracy. They’ve been enjoying this sandwich in their afternoon teas for centuries now.
It is because it adds refinement to their delicacy but also because it is a pactful of nutrition. Nowadays for the same reason, cucumber sandwiches are enjoyed worldwide. It’s not just a tea-time delight too. With the heat rising day by day who wouldn’t love a cooling and hydrating snack? Right?
How to Make a Cucumber Sandwich?
To make a cucumber sandwich you just need to follow the proportion and order properly. It’s a simple process of 4 easy steps. You prepare the creamy spreading mixture, slice and dice the cucumber and bread pieces, layer them one upon another, cut into your preferred sizes, and done! Enjoy your refreshing delight.
And you know what, to me the best part about this recipe is how few ingredients it needs. However, if your technique isn’t right, the sandwich’s flavor may not be very favorable. You need to make sure that it remains light and doesn’t turn soggy too quickly. So, let’s go about it in detail for a better output.
Cucumber Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
For the Creamy Spread:
- ⅓ cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tsp mayonnaise
- A pinch of salt
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chopped coriander leaves
- 1 tsp sugar
For the Sandwich Layers:
- 3 medium-sized cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 4 slices of bread, crusts removed
Directions
A delicious cucumber sandwich is only as good as your spread layering is. So let’s prepare that first.
- Take a small bowl, and in it gather ⅓ cup of softened cream cheese.
- Add 2 teaspoons of mayonnaise in it.
- Now add a pinch of salt.
- Add ½ teaspoon of oregano, ½ teaspoon of chili flakes and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
- Now time for 1 teaspoon of chopped coriander leaves.
- Lastly, add 1 teaspoon of sugar.
- Now, time to take up your whisker and mix all these ingredients well.
- Next, take 3 medium-sized fresh cucumbers and give them a nice and refreshing wash. Now take up a sharp knife and cut them up in paper like real thin slices for that crunchy texture.
- For the base layer take 4 bread slices.
- Use a dry and sharp knife to cut the side crunches off from each bread slice.
- Since I’m preparing 2 servings here you’ll see me work with 4 bread slices at a time. It’s time to take out the mixture you prepared earlier.
- Spread a good amount of the cream cheese mixture evenly on each bread slice.
- Use the cucumber slices layering on top of only two bread slices.
- Now, take the remaining bread slices without the cucumber layer and place them on top to cover the sandwiches. Then, press gently to make sure all the layers stay together nicely.
- The sandwiches are ready to enjoy!
Now you can enjoy it as it is or slice each pair diagonally into halves or quarters for a beautiful presentation.
What Else Can I Serve with My Cucumber Sandwich?
With your homemade cucumber sandwich, you can serve multiple mini dishes. In fact, I have a list of ideas for you. And trust me they’ll all be a great test refreshment pair. Such as for the light and soothing taste of cucumber you can pair it with a warm and velvety tomato soup!
Or, if you and your family are salad lovers, try a fresh salad with sliced melons, grapes, or even berries. And for those of you who are more of a green salad lover, try the lemon vinaigrette.
For drink ideas, iced tea or lemonade would be perfect to balance out the creaminess of your sandwich. Sounds great, right? So, what are you waiting for? Let’s make, serve, and enjoy this delightful treat!
Chef’s Tips
- Make sure that you follow my recipe step by step since if you don’t the test might not be the same as you are imagining.
- Make sure to use fresh and seedless cucumbers to enjoy the best texture and flavor of your sandwich.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the cucumber slices, and let it stay on for a minute or two. This technique will draw out all the excess moisture that you wanna get rid of. Use a paper towel to pat and dry this moisture with it.
- Serve the sandwiches to your family and friends asap to make sure everyone enjoys the most freshness and delight.