Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwich

Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwich recipe videos

The Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwich is a classic, light finger sandwich featuring thinly sliced fresh cucumber layered over a smooth, seasoned cream cheese spread, all nestled between soft, crustless bread. It is a staple of British afternoon tea and is also popular in American tea parties and luncheons. The dish is celebrated for its simplicity and refreshing, cool taste.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sandwich is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the bread and fat from the cream cheese, with a modest amount of protein. It provides hydration from the cucumber and calcium from the dairy, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	9 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	520 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin C	4 mg
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it is an iconic element of the elegant 'cucumber sandwich' tradition associated with English high tea. Nutritionally, it is unique for being a savory, low-sugar option that relies on the crisp, hydrating contrast of raw vegetables against a rich, creamy base.