Easy Cucumber Salad Sandwiches (Print Version)

Fresh cucumber and feta salad with Greek yogurt and herbs on whole-grain bread

# Components:

→ Cucumber Mixture

01 - 1 cup diced English cucumber
02 - 1/8 tsp salt
03 - 2 tbsp low-fat Greek yogurt (such as Fage)
04 - 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
05 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (dill and chives recommended)
06 - 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
07 - 1/4 tsp grated lemon zest
08 - 1/8 tsp black pepper

→ For Assembly

09 - 4 slices whole-grain bread
10 - 2 thin slices red onion
11 - 1/2 cup alfalfa sprouts

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, toss the diced cucumber with the salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
02 - Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, feta cheese, chopped herbs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
03 - After 10 minutes, drain the cucumbers and pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Add the cucumbers to the yogurt mixture and stir until evenly coated.
04 - Lay out the bread slices. Divide the alfalfa sprouts between two slices.
05 - Top the sprouts with the cucumber salad mixture, then add a slice of red onion to each.
06 - Place the remaining bread slices on top. Cut sandwiches in half if desired. Serve immediately for best freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The yogurt and feta combo creates this incredible creamy tang that feels indulgent but stays remarkably light
  • These come together in literally fifteen minutes perfect for those days when cooking feels like too much
02 -
  • Skip the step of salting and draining the cucumbers and you will end up with a sad soggy sandwich within minutes
  • Letting the mixture sit for even five minutes before assembling helps the flavors meld together beautifully
03 -
  • Pat those cucumbers dry with genuine enthusiasm any lingering moisture will ruin your sandwich
  • Use room temperature bread for the best texture cold bread can feel slightly doughy
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