Cucumber Cheese Sandwich ( Tiffin Treats)
by Tarla Dalal
cucumber cheese sandwich recipe | Indian style cucumber cheese sandwich | kids tiffin cucumber cheese sandwich | with 11 amazing images.
Simple though the cucumber cheese sandwich might seem to you, it continues to be a hot favourite with kids of all age groups! Perhaps it is the handy sumptuousness of the cucumber cheese sandwich that makes it so lovable, or its versatility, but the fact remains that it is one of the most popular tiffin treats across the world.
This refreshing and filling Indian style cucumber cheese sandwich stays fresh for at least 4 hours, and is a very quick fix-up that you can easily prepare in the mornings.
Notes on cucumber cheese sandwich recipe. 1. Trim the edges of all the bread slices and keep aside. We have made use of whole wheat bread but, you can use any type of bread – white, masala, multigrain. Also, trimming the edges is optional. Don’t discard the trimmings, you can use them to make the sandwich chutney or breadcrumbs later. 2. If you don’t have cheese spread then make use of cheese slice or grated cheese to make the Cucumber Cheese Sandwich.
Just make sure that you slice the cucumber very thinly so that the sandwich stays together. Also pack Bourbon Milkshake in a thermos flask for a perfect short break combo.
See detailed step by step photos and video of cucumber cheese sandwich recipe | Indian style cucumber cheese sandwich | kids tiffin cucumber cheese sandwich | recipe below.
Cucumber Cheese Sandwich ( Tiffin Treats) recipe - How to make Cucumber Cheese Sandwich ( Tiffin Treats)
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Makes 4 sandwiches
Fr Cucumber Cheese Sandwich
8 whole wheat bread slices
4 tbsp cheese spread
24 thin cucumber slices
For cucumber cheese sandwich
- For cucumber cheese sandwich
- To make {span class="bold1"}cucumber cheese sandwich{/span}, trim the edges of all the bread slices and keep aside.
- Apply ½ tbsp of cheese spread on each bread slice.
- Place 2 bread slices on a clean, dry surface with the cheese spread side facing upwards.
- Arrange 6 cucumber slices over it and sandwich it with another bread slice, with the cheese spread side facing downwards.
- Cut the sandwich diagonally into 2 triangles.
- Repeat steps 2 to 5 to make 3 more {span class="bold1"}cucumber cheese sandwiches{/span}.
How to pack cucumber cheese sandwich
- How to pack cucumber cheese sandwich
- Wrap the {span class="bold1"}cucumber cheese sandwich{/span} in an aluminium foil, and pack in an air-tight tiffin box.
Cucumber Cheese Sandwich Video
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For making the Cucumber Cheese Sandwich (Cucumber Sandwich), clean and wash a cucumber.
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Peel the skin with the help of a peeler and discard it. You can keep the peels intact as they are rich in fiber but if doing so, ensure the cucumbers are organic and pesticide free.
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Cut the cucumber into thin slices using a sharp knife or a mandolin.
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Trim the edges of all the bread slices and keep aside. We have made use of whole wheat bread but, you can use any type of bread – white, masala, multigrain. Also, trimming the edges is optional. Don’t discard the trimmings, you can use them to make the sandwich chutney or breadcrumbs later.
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Apply ½ tbsp of cheese spread on each bread slice. In fact, cucumber complements mayonnaise and cream cheese well too. If you don’t have cheese spread then make use of cheese slice or grated cheese to make the Cucumber Cheese Sandwich.
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Place 2 bread slices on a clean, dry surface with the cheese spread side facing upwards.
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Arrange 6 cucumber slices over one bread slice.
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Sandwich it with another bread slice, with the cheese spread side facing downwards.
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Cut the Cucumber Cheese Sandwich (Cucumber Sandwich) diagonally into 2 triangles. You can sprinkle little salt and pepper if you like but, since cheese spread is quite salty we haven’t added any.
- Repeat steps 6 to 9 to make 3 more Cucumber Cheese Sandwiches.
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If you wish to pack it for lunch, then wrap the Cucumber Cheese Sandwich (Cucumber Sandwich) in an aluminium foil, and pack in an air-tight tiffin box.
- Cream Cheese Sandwich, Tomato Cheese Sandwich , Besan Chilla Sandwich are some other quick and easy sandwich recipes that can be packed for tiffin.
Tips for cucumber cheese sandwich
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Trim the edges of all the bread slices and keep aside. We have made use of whole wheat bread but, you can use any type of bread – white, masala, multigrain. Also, trimming the edges is optional. Don’t discard the trimmings, you can use them to make the sandwich chutney or breadcrumbs later.
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If you don’t have cheese spread then make use of cheese slice or grated cheese to make the Cucumber Cheese Sandwich.
| Energy | 161 cal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 4.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 14.7 mg |
| Vitamin A | 7.8 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2.5 mg |
| Folic Acid | 5.3 mcg |
| Calcium | 10.8 mg |
| Iron | 1.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 9 mg |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 18 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |