Walnut Free Sunflower Butter Cucumber Sandwiches
Crisp cucumber rounds topped with a creamy, herby spread make for one of the most refreshing little bites you can put together without turning on the oven. Sunflower seed butter brings a rich, nutty depth that feels indulgent but keeps things completely free of tree nuts — no walnuts, no cross-contamination worries, just clean, simple ingredients you can feel good about. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the spread and balances the natural earthiness of the sunflower butter beautifully. Chives add a gentle onion note that makes each bite feel a little more sophisticated, and the optional parsley gives a pop of color that looks gorgeous on a serving platter. These are the kind of appetizers that disappear fast at a party, but they're equally satisfying as a light snack or a no-fuss lunch. Because everything comes together in minutes with no cooking required, this is a genuinely easy recipe that still manages to impress.
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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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