A staple of English afternoon tea, the fame and perks of cucumber sandwiches have spread across continents to make a mark in the lives of all.
Cucumber sandwiches are a creative and non-fussy way to enhance your cucumber intake in diet and reap all its benefits. Cucumbers are a cost-effective hydrating agent; a saviour during the summer month when the heat and claustrophobia kill your appetite. Nutritious cucumbers also contain antioxidants, fibre, and Vitamin K and help with joint pain and bone health. Cucumber, when mixed with curd, looks after digestive ailments, besides providing a healthy and tasty option for snacks.
The nutrient-rich cucumbers are also low in calories and high in water content which promotes weight loss. Cucumber juice, salad, and raita are the most favourable ways to regulate body weight.
Cucumbers, sliced or in sandwiches, lowers body temperature with minimal fat and water content. It is one easy recipe to beat the heat.
Take an appropriate amount of hung card and filter out its water. You may do this by wrapping a handful of curd with a muslin cloth and squeezing tightly. To this, add bell pepper, cucumber, and sliced carrot. Mix well. Sandwich with cucumber slices and make sure the mixture does not bulge out and spill—your sandwich is ready! This is one recipe that does not require the use of bread.
Let's start with the classic cucumber sandwich, where thinly sliced cucumbers meet a generous spread of herbed cream cheese. The secret to the cream cheese? A mix of dill, chives, and a hint of lemon zest, and gives it a zippy twist that perfectly complements the cucumber’s soothing effect. Spread this luscious mixture over white or whole-grain bread, and top with those cucumber slices. Press the two slices together gently, cut off the crusts if you are ready to twerk the appearance, and slice the sandwich into dainty triangles or chic rectangles. It is light, refreshing, and oh-so-satisfying!
For a bit more flair, let’s up the ante with a cucumber and avocado combo. Mash a ripe avocado until creamy, then mix in a dash of salt, pepper, and a spritz of lime juice. This avocado spread adds a rich, buttery layer to the sandwich, which pairs delish with the crisp cucumber. Layer the avocado spread on one slice of bread before adding the cucumber slices, and maybe even a few leaves of fresh mint or arugula for that extra zing. Close it up with another slice of bread, give it a gentle press, and you are in for a treat that is both indulgent and refreshing.
Now, if you are craving a bit of a tangy kick, try a cucumber sandwich with Greek yoghurt and a sprinkle of za’atar. Start by mixing plain Greek yoghurt with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Spread this creamy goodness over your bread, then layer with thinly sliced cucumbers. Sprinkle a bit of za’atar—a fragrant mix of thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds—over the cucumbers before closing the sandwich. This one has a Middle Eastern flair, offering a delightful balance of creaminess, crunch, and spice.
Each bite of these cucumber sandwiches is like a refreshing burst of summer, perfect for a picnic, a light lunch, or even a fancy tea party. You may experiment with green chutney, malt vinegar, chopped dill or spices, and ground pepper to bring out the rich palate of flavours.
