Christa’s Cucumber Basil Tea Sandwiches

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 4

Christa's Cucumber Basil Tea Sandwiches for your afternoon tea

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

195

Sugar

Fat

12g

Christa's Cucumber Basil Tea Sandwiches are the perfect addition to your afternoon tea or light lunch. These sandwiches are light, refreshing and packed with flavor. The combination of cucumber and basil gives the sandwich a herbaceous kick while the cream cheese adds a creamy tanginess. Rye bread provides a nutty flavor with a slight sourdough taste and a chewy texture, which complements the other flavors in the sandwich. These sandwiches are perfect for a summer day, relaxing on your terrace with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, half-and-half and chives together until smooth.
2.	Place 6 slices of bread on a clean work surface and spread cream cheese mixture on each slice.
3.	Top 6 of the slices each with thinly sliced cucumber and fresh basil leaves.
4.	Place remaining bread slices on top and press gently.
5.	Cut each sandwich into thirds, diagonally.
6.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Christa’s Cucumber Basil Tea Sandwiches are light and refreshing.

They are perfect for a summer afternoon tea, brunch or lunch.

Cucumber is high in water content and low in calories, which is great for hydration and weight management.

CONS

Rye bread may not be everyone’s favorite bread.

Some people may not enjoy the combination of cucumber and cream cheese.

This sandwich may not be filling for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumber is a great source of hydration and contains antioxidants that have the potential to reduce inflammation, lower the risk of cancer and heart disease.
The basil in this recipe contains flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

	1 package cream cheese , softened
	2 tablespoons half-and-half
	2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
	12 slices rye bread
	1 English cucumber , thinly sliced
	24 leaves fresh basil