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Cucumber Salad Sandwiches

Cucumber Salad Sandwiches That Brighten Your Lunch Break

Enjoy refreshing Cucumber Salad Sandwiches that offer a light and customizable meal for your lunch break.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Draining Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich Filling
  • 2 large English Cucumbers Substitute with regular cucumbers if needed.
  • 1 cup plain Yogurt Greek yogurt for extra thickness.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Can swap for goat cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Dill or parsley work great.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Lime juice can be an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
For the Base
  • 8 slices Bread Whole grain, sourdough, or gluten-free.
  • 1 cup Sprouts Optional, substitute with lettuce or microgreens.
  • 1 small Onion Sliced, optional.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dice the English cucumbers into small pieces, sprinkle with salt, and let sit in a colander for 15 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine plain yogurt and feta cheese, mash until smooth, then stir in herbs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and pepper.
  3. Rinse the cucumbers under cold water after 15 minutes, pat them dry with paper towels.
  4. Fold the cucumbers into the yogurt and feta mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Assemble the sandwiches by layering sprouts, cucumber filling, and optional onion on bread slices.
  6. Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally and serve immediately for best freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store in the fridge for up to 2 hours, and keep filling separate from bread for longer storage.

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