Avocado Cucumber Tea Sandwiches — Light, Creamy, and Refreshing
Some recipes are made to comfort, and others are made to delight. These Avocado Cucumber Tea Sandwiches do both. With cool cucumber slices, creamy avocado, and a hint of fresh herbs, they bring the taste of a spring garden to your table. Perfect for afternoon tea, picnics, or any moment that calls for a little calm and elegance.
🌿 Ingredients
- 8 slices of sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- Butter, for toasting (optional)
🥣 Instructions
- Make the creamy spread:
In a small bowl, mash the avocado until smooth. Add the cream cheese, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until the spread is creamy and well blended. - Prepare the bread:
If you prefer a light crunch, toast the bread slices slightly and let them cool. For a softer bite, keep the bread untoasted — either works beautifully. - Assemble the sandwiches:
Spread the avocado-cream cheese mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice. Layer thin cucumber slices over half of them, then top with the remaining bread slices. - Cut and serve:
Trim the crusts for a classic tea-sandwich look (optional), then slice each sandwich diagonally or into small finger sandwiches. - Serve and enjoy:
Pair with your favorite tea — a floral Earl Grey or cool mint tea complements them perfectly.
🍃 Tips & Variations
- Vegan option: Use vegan cream cheese instead of regular.
- Add a twist: Sprinkle a few microgreens or a touch of crushed black pepper for extra flavor.
- Make ahead: The spread can be made a few hours in advance — just store it covered in the fridge to keep it fresh.
💫 A Note from the Kitchen
There’s a certain quiet joy in simple food. These sandwiches remind us that elegance doesn’t need complexity — just good ingredients and a moment to savor them. Serve them slowly, enjoy the calm, and let each bite taste like sunshine and soft breezes. 🌸
