What do you get when you combine crisp cucumbers, zesty cream cheese and soft pita bread? These mouthwatering cucumber sandwiches, perfect as an appetizer for a party!
I’ve been making cucumber sandwiches just as long as this appetizer veggie pizza and my deviled eggs. So great for get togethers!
These little finger sandwiches are great for cooling off on a hot day. They also make a healthy snack for kids and adults alike. Cool as a cucumber has a whole new meaning!
Related – be sure to try my tried and true Cucumber Salad, it’s a family favorite!
Cucumber Sandwiches
Is there anything more refreshing than a crisp, cool cucumber sandwich on a hot summer’s day? During the dog days of summer, my appetite dips. Hearty meals become unappetizing (as does slaving over the stove or turning on the oven).
Instead, I love fresh produce and juicy tomato sandwiches. Some of my favorite summer dishes include chilled spaghetti salad with Italian dressing, and creamy no-bake desserts like Oreo cake.
These are not your average cucumber tea sandwiches. Instead of thin bread and a smear of butter, crunchy cucumbers are piled on cream cheese topped pita bread! That doesn’t mean you couldn’t serve them for afternoon tea though!
A convenient packet of Italian dressing mix makes the perfect cream cheese spread. Alternatively, you can use your favorite flavored cream cheese. Another idea is to use dry ranch dressing!
Not only do these tasty sandwiches make a satisfying lunch, but they’re wonderful appetizers as well. These are the kind of cucumber sandwiches that even the manliest of men will eat and enjoy.
They’re cute enough for baby showers and ladies luncheons, but different from the tea sandwiches that grandma used to make.
They are an absolute snap to put together. If you’re going to make them ahead, I recommend toasting the pita bread so it doesn’t get soggy. For parties, I usually have my cream cheese pre-blended and the cucumbers sliced ahead of time. Assembly is a breeze after that.
These little sandwiches are perfect for showers and potlucks alike. I’ve served them as an appetizer at barbecues and birthday parties (the adults have to eat too). They also make a tasty summer snack.
Ingredients for Easy Cucumber Sandwiches:
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon Italian dressing mix
- 4 rounds of pita bread (you could substitute white bread or wheat bread if you prefer)
- 1 large cucumber, very thinly sliced
- Lemon-pepper (optional; regular salt and pepper will work too)
- Chile-lime seasoning (optional)
Kitchen tools you may find useful:
- Paring knife
- Cutting board
- Toaster oven
Hard to believe my family has been gobbling up these pita wedges for nearly 20 years now! Food fads come and go, but good food stands the test of time.
If you’d like to increase the zesty nature of these sandwiches, I recommend sprinkling them with a little lemon-pepper. The brightness it adds takes them over the top! Something you won’t get with black pepper. We also like it with a dash of Mexican spice mix made of chile peppers and lime. Mixing the two is fabulous!
One last note: packets of Italian dressing can be found near the bottled salad dressings. You’ll only need 1 tablespoon of the seasoning, so save the rest in an airtight bag. You can use as a seasoning in marinades and pasta salad.
Cucumber Sandwich Recipe
I prefer to make cucumber sandwiches with cream cheese, but you could use butter if you prefer.
- In a small bowl, Mix cream cheese and Italian dressing mix.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture on each circle of pita.
- Top with sliced cucumbers. Sprinkle with lemon-pepper and/or chile-lime seasoning. Cut into wedges and serve.
I also make these mini cucumber sandwiches for just about every holiday get-together!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1 tablespoon Italian dressing mix
- 4 each pita bread round
- 1 large cucumber very thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoon Lemon-pepper optional
- 2 teaspoon Chile-lime seasoning optional
Before You Begin
- I prefer to make cucumber sandwiches with cream cheese, but you could use butter if you prefer.
- To increase the zesty nature of these sandwiches, sprinkle them with a little lemon-pepper.
- A convenient packet of Italian dressing mix makes the perfect cream cheese spread. Alternatively, you can use your favorite flavored cream cheese. Another idea is to use dry ranch dressing!
- Packets of Italian dressing can be found near the bottled salad dressings. You’ll only need 1 tablespoon of the seasoning, so save the rest in an airtight bag. You can use as a seasoning in marinades and pasta salad.
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and Italian dressing mix.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture on each circle of pita.
- Top with sliced cucumbers. Sprinkle with lemon-pepper and/or chile-lime seasoning. Cut into wedges and serve.
