Green Cucumber Herb Cheese (Print version)
Delicate sandwiches with crisp cucumber and creamy herb cheese spread, ideal for light lunches and gatherings.
# What you'll need:
→ Herb Cheese Spread
01 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
03 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
04 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tsp lemon zest
06 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Sandwiches
08 - 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
09 - 12 slices soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
# How to make it:
01 - Combine cream cheese, chives, dill, parsley, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth and well blended.
02 - Lightly butter one side of each bread slice to prevent sogginess.
03 - Spread a generous layer of herb cheese mixture on each slice of bread. Arrange cucumber slices evenly over half of the bread slices.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, cheese side down. Gently press together and trim crusts if needed. Slice each sandwich into quarters or fingers.
# Expert suggestions:
01 -
- The creamy herb cheese spread transforms ordinary cucumbers into something practically luxurious
- These come together in fifteen minutes flat but look like you spent hours preparing them
- Perfect for tea parties, baby showers, or when you want lunch to feel like an occasion
02 -
- Removing excess moisture from cucumber slices with paper towels prevents soggy sandwiches
- The herb cheese spread tastes better if made an hour ahead so flavors meld together
- These really are best served the same day for optimal texture and freshness
03 -
- Use a mandoline or very sharp knife to get paper thin cucumber slices
- Room temperature ingredients prevent the bread from tearing while you spread