Cress Sandwich

A Cress Sandwich is a classic British tea-time staple, typically made with thinly sliced cucumber, creamy butter, and fresh watercress on soft white bread. It's known for its delicate, peppery flavor and refreshing crunch, often served as part of a light lunch or afternoon tea spread.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sandwich is generally low in calories and protein, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates in the bread. It provides a good source of Vitamin K from the watercress and some hydration from the cucumber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	320 mg
Vitamin K	85 mcg
Vitamin C	12 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Vitamin A	90 mcg
Folate	25 mcg
Magnesium	18 mg

Per 1 sandwich (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The Cress Sandwich is a symbol of British culinary simplicity and elegance, often associated with garden parties and the Royal Family. Nutritionally, watercress is a powerhouse green, offering more iron per serving than spinach and being rich in antioxidants.