Citric Acid Free Sunflower Butter Cucumber Sandwiches
These little open-faced bites are fresh, creamy, and satisfying in a way that feels almost too easy for how good they taste. Cool cucumber rounds get topped with a savory sunflower seed butter spread that's rich and nutty without being heavy, making them perfect for snacking or entertaining. For anyone navigating citric acid sensitivities, packaged dips and spreads are often a minefield of hidden additives — this recipe sidesteps all of that by keeping every ingredient clean and straightforward. The brightness here comes from fresh lemon juice and herbs rather than any processed flavoring, so you stay in full control of what goes into every bite. Chives add a mild oniony lift that plays beautifully against the earthy sunflower butter, and a little parsley on top makes the whole platter look genuinely gorgeous. Everything comes together in minutes with no cooking required, which means less time in the kitchen and more time actually enjoying the food.
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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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