Open-Faced Sandwiches With Herbed Cream Cheese and Baby Cucumber

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Open-Faced Sandwiches With Herbed Cream Cheese and Baby Cucumber
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Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese , softenened
1 scallion , finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley , finally chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives , snipped
1 tablespoon fresh dill , finely snipped ( extra for garnish )
1 garlic clove , finely minced
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 pinch table salt
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
crispbread crackers or european rye bread , to serve
baby cucumber , thinly sliced , to serve
optional : smoked salmon and very thinly sliced red onion

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
262
Sugar
4g
Fat
23g
Looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer that looks and tastes impressive? Look no further than these open-faced sandwiches with herbed cream cheese and baby cucumber. The herbed cream cheese is smooth and savory, the baby cucumbers are crisp and refreshing, and the presentation is beautiful no matter what kind of bread or crackers you use. Add a pop of color and flavor with some thinly sliced red onion and smoked salmon if desired. Whether you're serving them at a party or enjoying them as a solo snack, these open-faced sandwiches are sure to impress.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, scallion, parsley, chives, dill, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
2.Spread a thick layer of the cream cheese on crispbread crackers or European rye bread.
3.Top with baby cucumber slices and extra fresh dill for garnish.
4.Optional: add smoked salmon and very thinly sliced red onion if desired.

PROS

These open-faced sandwiches are quick and easy to make, yet look and taste impressive.

The combination of the herbed cream cheese and baby cucumbers is refreshing and delicious.

CONS

The crispbread crackers or European rye bread may not be readily available in all countries or regions.

Adding smoked salmon and red onion can make the dish more expensive and less accessible.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are low in calories, but high in nutrients such as vitamins C and K, magnesium, and potassium.
The herbed cream cheese, while high in fat, provides a good amount of calcium and protein from the cream cheese and fresh herbs.

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