ACucumber Sandwichis just what a summer lunch should be – light, tangy, fresh, and airy. They are so fun for tea parties, baby showers, or just to switch up lunch time a bit.

In my mind you can’t get more summery than a delicious cucumber sandwich. They are made with rye bread, herbed cream cheese, and fresh thinly sliced cucumbers with a hint of salt. But of course, you can customize this lunch recipe to best suit your taste buds!

top view of a plate of cucumber sandwiches with the ingredients for them next to the plate

Try these other cucumber featured recipes:Mediterranean Cucumber Salad,Midwestern Creamy Cucumber and Vinegar SaladandSweet and Spicy Cucumbers and Vinegar.

Why You’ll Love this Recipe:

Light and delicious
So easy to make
Can be eaten as a snack, lunch, or brought to various event and parties

Ingredients:

Cucumber– adds the delicious crunch! You decide what kind to use.
Cream Cheese– creamy and delicious. Marries well with the crunch of the bread and the cucumber.
Green Onion– adds a subtle kick of flavor
Rye bread– So much flavor! You can choose whatever bread suits you best.
Garlic Powder, Onion powder, Salt and Pepper-don’t overdo it with the spices. Add just enough to your preferred taste.

See recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Cucumber Sandwiches

Make an herbed cream cheesewith green onions and some simple spices.
Toastup your favorite rye bread.
Spread the cream cheeseon the rye bread.
Cut the cucumberinto thin slices with a sharp knife and place on the bread slice. Top with salt and pepper.
Serve right away.These are perfect for light lunches, afternoon tea, or for a snack.

Professional Tips & Tricks

You can use all kinds of cucumber for this recipe. I just use what I have in the garden! English, Kirby, and most any other kind work well. I like to remove the skin if it’s thick or tough
To keep thecucumber sandwichesfrom getting soggy, I like to pat my cucumber slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess water. That should help decrease any sogginess that might occur.

What bread is best for cucumber sandwiches?

I love rye bread because it has great texture and adds a lot of flavor. Good options for bread include Jewish Rye, marbled Rye, and pumpernickel. Toasted or untoasted, you choose.

Does the Queen of England eat cucumber sandwiches?

Cucumber sandwiches are often accompanied for tea time. It is rumored that the Queen does indeed like them and prefers the corners cut off.

What do cucumbers do for your body?

They are filled with nutrients but are low in calories. They aid in hydration, contain antioxidants and are really easy to add to any meal!