English cucumber sandwiches

6 servings

10 minutes

English cucumber sandwiches are a classic of British cuisine, symbolizing sophistication and traditional tea time. Their history dates back to the Victorian era when light and elegant snacks became an integral part of afternoon tea. These sandwiches have a fresh, soft taste due to the combination of butter, cream cheese, and thinly sliced cucumbers. Mint leaves add a light spiciness and aroma. They are perfect as an exquisite snack for tea or a light bite on a summer day. Thin crustless slices of bread soaked in delicate filling make them an elegant and harmonious treat. Due to their simplicity in preparation, they remain a favorite choice for those wanting to enjoy traditional British flavor without hassle.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 1047.1
• Proteins: 27.6g
• Fats: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 173.3g

Ingredients

• Butter: 2 tbsp
• Fresh mint: 2 stem
• Whole wheat bread: 6 pc
• Cream cheese: 2 tbsp
• Cucumbers: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the mint, dry it, separate into leaves, and chop finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh mint: 2 stems

2. Mix well with butter and cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 2 tablespoons
   • Cream cheese: 2 tablespoons

3. Spread the resulting mixture on pieces of bread.

   Required ingredients:

   • Whole wheat bread: 6 pieces

4. Wash the cucumber and slice it into very thin rounds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 1 piece

5. Arrange the circles with 3 pieces of bread.

6. Slightly salt and cover with the remaining bread.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste

7. Cut the crusts off the sandwiches and slice each diagonally into 4 pieces.