🥒 Southern Cucumber Tea Sandwiches (4 Ingredients)
✅ Ingredients:
1 large cucumber
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
1 loaf soft white sandwich bread (crusts removed)
Salt (to taste)
👩🍳 Instructions:
Prep the cucumber
Peel if desired (optional for a softer look).
Slice into very thin rounds.
Lightly sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes.
Pat dry with paper towels (this keeps sandwiches from getting soggy).
Prepare the bread
Trim crusts off each slice for a traditional tea sandwich look.
Spread the cream cheese
Evenly spread a layer of softened cream cheese on each slice.
Assemble
Place cucumber slices evenly over half the bread slices.
Top with the remaining slices, cream cheese side down.
Cut & serve
Cut into triangles, rectangles, or small squares.
Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
💡 Tips for Extra Elegance:
Add a pinch of black pepper or fresh dill if you want a little extra flavor.
Use a serrated knife for clean, neat cuts.
Keep covered with a damp paper towel until serving so they stay fresh.
