Homemade Cucumber Sandwiches

Whatever happened to cucumber sandwiches? They used to be a thing, didn’t they? These homemade cucumber sandwiches (Full of Plants) will put you right! Sliced cucumbers are combined with vegan cream cheese, vegan mayo, fresh herbs and salt/pepper, for a tasty picnic treat.

Some people with icky tummies can’t eat cucumbers, so ask before serving! Read more on food safety for people and pets.

These sandwiches are served in the traditional way, with the crusts removed. If you do the same, don’t throw away the crusts, to avoid food waste. Use them in a vegan bread and butter pudding!

Don’t give leftover crusty bread to garden birds or wildfowl. Like crackers or toast, it could choke (fat from butter could also smear on feathers, affecting weatherproofing and insulation).

A Natural Breath Freshener

Did you know that if you have bad breath, a simple remedy is to place a slice of cucumber on your tongue for 90 seconds. The phytochemicals in cucumber can stimulate saliva (to avoid a dry mouth) and release anti-bacterial materials, to kill off halitosis!