Stop & Go Tea Sandwiches

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13

Stop & Go Tea Sandwiches for a quick and light lunch

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

216

Sugar

Fat

14g

Stop & Go Tea Sandwiches are a classic English dish served at tea time or as a light lunch option. These bite-sized sandwiches are quick and easy to make, and are perfect for a light snack or on-the-go meal. The combination of fresh cucumber and tomato slices with a hint of butter and mayonnaise creates a refreshing flavor that is sure to please. These sandwiches are often served at garden parties or other outdoor events.

Instructions

1.	Spread mayonnaise or salad dressing on all slices of bread.
2.	On four slices of bread, place a layer of cucumber slices, then add a thin layer of butter and a pinch of salt and pepper.
3.	Top with tomato slices. Cover with remaining bread slices.
4.	Cut off the crusts and slice each sandwich into four equal squares.

PROS

These tea sandwiches are easy and quick to prepare.

The combination of fresh cucumber and tomato slices with a hint of butter and mayonnaise results in a light and refreshing flavor.
Great for tea time or a light lunch.

CONS

The white bread used in these sandwiches is not particularly healthy and can be high in calories and refined carbohydrates.

Mayonnaise and salad dressing can also be high in fat and calories if consumed in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers and tomatoes are low in calories and high in water content, making them a healthy addition to any diet. They are also rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and potassium. However, eating too much white bread or high-fat condiments may negate some of the health benefits of these vegetables.

	3 tablespoons mayonnaise or 3 tablespoons salad dressing
	8 slices white cocktail bread , edges trimmed
	1 cucumber , peeled and thinly sliced
	1 tomatoes , thinly sliced
	4 teaspoons soft unsalted butter
	salt
	pepper