Imagine delicate layers of soft bread hugging a luscious spread of herby vegan cream cheese, topped with crisp cucumber slices and a whisper of fresh dill. These High-Protein Vegan Cucumber Tea Sandwiches aren’t just snacks – they’re a bite-sized escape into a garden party moment, perfect for brunches, showers, or a refreshing midday treat.
Light, creamy, and oh-so-satisfying, each bite delivers a cool crunch with a burst of flavor that will linger like sunshine on a spring afternoon.
Most of the recipes we (Lauren and Cassidy) make at home come from this cookbook.
It’s our go-to. That’s why we are happy to recommend it to you too.
Try These Recipes🛒 Ingredients
For the Vegan Dill Cream Cheese:
✅ ½ cup raw cashews, soaked (or use store-bought vegan cream cheese)
✅ 2 tbsp lemon juice
✅ 2 tbsp plain plant-based milk
✅ 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
✅ 1 clove garlic, minced
✅ 1 tsp onion powder
✅ ½ tsp salt
✅ 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
For the Sandwiches:
✅ 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
✅ 8 slices soft sandwich bread (white or whole wheat, crusts optional)
✅ Fresh dill or microgreens, for garnish (optional)
✅ Cracked black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Soak the Cashews (if making from scratch)
1️⃣ Place raw cashews in hot water and soak for at least 15 minutes (or overnight in cool water).
2️⃣ Drain and rinse before blending.
Step 2: Make the Vegan Dill Cream Cheese
1️⃣ In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine soaked cashews, lemon juice, plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar, garlic, onion powder, and salt.
2️⃣ Blend until ultra-smooth and creamy. Add a splash more milk if needed.
3️⃣ Fold in the fresh chopped dill, and chill for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
(Alternatively, mix fresh dill into a tub of your favorite store-bought vegan cream cheese.)
Step 3: Assemble the Sandwiches
1️⃣ Lay out the bread slices on a clean surface.
2️⃣ Spread a generous layer of the dill cream cheese over each slice.
3️⃣ Arrange thin cucumber slices in overlapping rows on half the slices.
4️⃣ Sprinkle with a touch of cracked black pepper for a little zing.
5️⃣ Top with the remaining slices of bread and press gently.
Step 4: Cut & Serve
1️⃣ Trim the crusts (optional for classic tea sandwich vibes).
2️⃣ Slice each sandwich into halves or quarters, depending on your presentation style.
3️⃣ Garnish with a sprig of dill or microgreens for a charming finish.
Most of the recipes we (Lauren and Cassidy) make at home come from this cookbook.
It’s our go-to. That’s why we are happy to recommend it to you too.
Try These RecipesTips for Perfect Tea Sandwiches
🍞 Choose soft, fresh bread for that melt-in-your-mouth bite.
🌿 Fresh dill makes all the difference, but dried works in a pinch.
❄️ Make ahead? Prep the cream cheese up to 3 days in advance and assemble sandwiches a few hours before serving for best texture.
🥒 Extra crispy cucumbers? Pat slices dry before layering to keep the sandwiches from getting soggy.