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Easy Cucumber Salad Sandwiches

Refreshingly Easy Cucumber Salad Sandwiches for Busy Days

These Easy Cucumber Salad Sandwiches are a quick and tasty meal that anyone can enjoy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cucumber Mixture
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Consider peeling and deseeding to reduce moisture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use finely granulated salt for even distribution.
  • 1 cup Low-fat Greek Yogurt Can be substituted with thick plain yogurt or dairy-free alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (Dill & Chives) Other herbs like parsley, mint, or basil can vary for additional tastes.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice can be substituted if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Lemon Peel Fresh lime peel could be an alternative.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust quantity to personal taste.
For Assembly
  • 4 slices Whole-Grain Bread Sourdough or multigrain can also be used.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Try thin slices of radish for a peppery twist.
  • 1 cup Alfalfa Sprouts Baby spinach or microgreens can serve as substitutions.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • colander
  • spatula
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by dicing the English cucumber into small cubes and placing them into a medium bowl. Sprinkle the diced cucumber with a pinch of salt to draw out excess moisture. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a larger mixing bowl, combine low-fat Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill and chives, lemon juice, grated lemon peel, and a dash of black pepper. Stir these ingredients together until well blended.
  3. After allowing the cucumbers to sit, drain any accumulated moisture using a fine-mesh strainer or by pouring them into a colander. Pat the diced cucumbers dry with paper towels.
  4. Gently fold the drained cucumbers into the yogurt mixture with a spatula until all the cucumber pieces are coated evenly.
  5. Select two slices of your favorite whole-grain bread and layer a handful of alfalfa sprouts on one slice. Generously spread the cucumber-yogurt mixture on top of the sprouts, and then add thin slices of red onion. Place the other slice of bread on top.
  6. To preserve freshness, cut the sandwiches in half and serve immediately. These sandwiches are best enjoyed as soon as they're assembled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble sandwiches right before serving to keep the bread from getting soggy. Store leftover cucumber filling in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Freeze the cucumber filling separately if needed.

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