Mini Cucumber Sandwiches

Mini cucumber sandwiches are elegant, bite-sized appetizers that are perfect for tea parties, picnics, family gatherings, or casual entertaining. They're fresh, creamy, and slightly tangy, combining thin cucumber slices with a smooth cream cheese spread layered between soft, crustless bread. These dainty little sandwiches are not only simple to make but also incredibly satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients (makes about 18 mini sandwiches)

• 1 English cucumber

• Salt (for drawing out excess moisture)

• ½ cup cream cheese (about 110 g)

• ¼ cup mayonnaise (about 55 g)

• ½ teaspoon dried dillweed

• ½ teaspoon soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon mustard

• A pinch of black pepper

• 6 slices of sandwich bread (white or whole wheat, crusts removed)
  
  

Instructions

1. Prepare the cucumber:
   Slice the cucumber into rounds, about the width of the bread. Lay the slices on a paper towel, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let them rest for 10 minutes. Afterward, pat them dry with another towel to remove any excess moisture.

2. Make the cream cheese spread:
   In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, dried dillweed, soy sauce, mustard, and a pinch of black pepper until smooth and well combined.

3. Assemble the sandwich stacks:
   Spread the cream cheese mixture on three slices of bread. Stack cucumber slices over one of the spread-covered slices, then place a second spread-covered slice on top (spread side down). Repeat with a second layer of cucumber and top it off with the third bread slice, also spread side down. Each set will make 9 mini sandwiches.

4. Cut into bite-sized pieces:
   Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich stack into 9 small squares. Secure each with a toothpick for easy serving, if desired.

5. Serve fresh:
   These are best enjoyed immediately or within 2–3 hours. To avoid sogginess, be sure the cucumber slices are properly dried.
   
   

Serving Suggestions

These mini cucumber sandwiches look beautiful arranged on a platter and garnished with a few sprigs of fresh dill or chives. They pair wonderfully with iced tea, lemonade, or a crisp sparkling beverage.

Nutritional Information (per mini sandwich, approx.)

• Calories: 69 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 5 g

• Protein: 1 g

• Fat: 5 g

  • Saturated Fat: 2 g

• Fiber: 0.4 g

• Sugar: 1 g

• Sodium: 92 mg

• Cholesterol: 8 mg