Name: Cheese, Tomato & Cucumber Sandwich Recipe: Quick and Crisp
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 8 min
Ingredients: 4 slice Sandwich bread; 100 g Mild cheese, such as mozzarella, feta or cheddar; 2 Tomatoes, medium; 1 Cucumber, medium; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; 2 tsp Olive oil, optional

Summer Vegetarian 8 min 2 servings270 Calories

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This cheese, tomato and cucumber sandwich recipe makes a light, fresh meal in about ten minutes. Cucumber adds a juicy crunch, tomato adds flavor and cheese adds protein. The recipe card below lists the exact ingredients and steps; here are the tips that make it better.

How to keep the sandwich crisp

Salt and drain the tomato. Slice the tomato, sprinkle with a little salt and leave it for 5 minutes on a paper towel to remove extra juice.
Pat the cucumber dry before layering.
Spread a thin layer of butter, cream cheese or hummus on both slices of bread; it works as a barrier against moisture.
Layer in this order: bread, spread, cheese, cucumber, tomato, bread. Wet vegetables stay in the middle.
Toast the bread lightly if you plan to eat it later.

Easy variations

Add fresh mint, basil or parsley.
Use whole-grain or sourdough bread for more fiber.
Swap the cheese for feta, mozzarella or labneh.
Add a few olives, a slice of boiled egg or a little black pepper and olive oil.

Who is it suitable for?

People with diabetes: use whole-grain bread and keep portions moderate; cucumber and tomato add few carbohydrates. Check with your doctor or dietitian about your own limits.
Children: cut the sandwich into small pieces and choose mild cheese.
Heart-healthy diets: choose lower-salt cheese and add more vegetables.
Vegetarians: the sandwich is vegetarian as written.

Storage

For a packed lunch, wrap the sandwich tightly and keep it cold. It is best eaten within 4 hours. For longer storage, pack the tomato and cucumber separately and assemble just before eating.

Best bread and cheese for a cucumber tomato sandwich

Sturdy bread holds the juicy vegetables best: sourdough, whole-grain or a lightly toasted white loaf. For the cheese, a mild cheddar, feta, mozzarella or cream cheese all work; choose a spreadable cheese if you want an extra moisture barrier.

Frequently asked questions

How do I stop a cucumber and tomato sandwich from getting soggy?

Salt and drain the tomato for 5 minutes, pat the cucumber dry, spread butter, cream cheese or hummus on both slices of bread, and keep the wet vegetables in the middle layer.

Can I make it ahead for a packed lunch?

Yes. Wrap it tightly and keep it cold, and eat it within 4 hours. For longer, pack the tomato and cucumber separately and assemble just before eating.

Which cheese goes best with cucumber and tomato?

Feta, mozzarella, mild cheddar, cream cheese and labneh all taste good. Choose a lower-salt cheese if you are watching your salt intake.

Is this sandwich healthy?

It is a light, vegetable-rich meal. Use whole-grain bread and a moderate amount of cheese to keep it balanced. If you have a medical condition, ask your doctor or dietitian about your own limits.

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