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Cucumber Salad Sandwiches

Cucumber Salad Sandwiches That Refresh Your Lunch Game

These Cucumber Salad Sandwiches combine crunchy cucumbers and a creamy yogurt-feta mixture for a nutritious and refreshing meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 medium English Cucumbers Choose firm ones
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for drawing moisture
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Greek yogurt works well
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Substitute with goat cheese if desired
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs e.g., dill, chives
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Brightens up the filling
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Don’t skip for a fresh taste!
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your preference
For Assembly
  • 4 slices Bread Whole grain or gluten-free suggested
  • 1 cup Sprouts e.g., alfalfa, radish
  • 1/4 cup Onion Optional; use red or green

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Dicing the English cucumbers into small, even pieces and sprinkling a pinch of salt over them. Let them stand for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the plain yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, fresh herbs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until creamy.
  3. After 10 minutes, drain the cucumbers using a fine mesh strainer and pat dry with paper towels.
  4. Fold the drained cucumbers into the creamy yogurt-feta mixture until well combined without mashing the cucumbers.
  5. On toasted bread, layer sprouts, spoon over cucumber salad mixture, and add onion slices if desired, then top with another slice of bread.
  6. Cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately for best taste and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Toast bread and cool before adding the filling to maintain crispness. Assemble sandwiches just before serving for the best experience.

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