Low Sugar Sunflower Butter Cucumber Sandwiches
These little open-faced bites are proof that a snack can feel fancy without any fuss. Crisp English cucumber rounds get topped with a creamy, savory sunflower seed butter spread brightened by fresh lemon juice and seasoned simply with sea salt and black pepper — no sweeteners anywhere in sight. That matters more than you might think, because most nut and seed butters on store shelves sneak in added sugar, making label-reading a chore. Using unsweetened, unsalted sunflower seed butter keeps every bite clean and lets the natural, nutty flavor actually shine. A shower of fresh chives (and parsley if you're feeling it) adds a pop of color and a mild herby lift that makes these look like something from a catering spread. They come together in minutes and are genuinely satisfying as an appetizer, light lunch, or afternoon snack without any blood-sugar guilt attached.
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4 servings
- 1 large english cucumber
- ½ cup sunflower seed butter, unsweetened and unsalted
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumber crosswise into rounds about 1/4-inch thick, yielding approximately 24 rounds. Arrange them in a single layer on a cutting board or serving plate.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the sunflower seed butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and evenly combined.
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