cucumber spinach sandwich

Lunch

Cucumber Spinach Sandwich

This cucumber-spinach sandwich is light and refreshing, combining crisp cucumbers with tender spinach for a fresh, green bite. Layered on whole-grain bread with a creamy spread, it’s both simple and satisfying. Perfect for a quick lunch at work or at home, this sandwich is a no-fuss option.

Ingredients

2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 tablespoon low-fat plain strained (greek-style) yogurt
1 tablespoon sliced fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
pinch of salt
2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, toasted
½ medium avocado, thinly sliced (about ½ cup)
⅓ cup sliced english cucumber
¼ cup spinach
1 tablespoon thinly sliced red onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Stir 2 ounces cream cheese, 1 tablespoon yogurt,1 tablespoon chives, 1 tablespoon dill, ¼ teaspoon pepper and a pinch of salt together in a small bowl until well blended. Spread the mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice. Top 1 slice with avocado slices, ⅓ cup cucumber, ¼ cup spinach and 1 tablespoon onion. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon lemon juice, then top with the remaining bread slice, cream cheese–side down. Cut in half diagonally.