Cucumber Subs

Have you ever craved a sub sandwich, but you want to cut out the carbohydrates. This best cucumber subs recipe is refreshing and filling. These Cucumber Subs are healthy and they taste great. This Cucumber sub is easy to put together and fun to serve.

These easy cucumber subs for beginners are easy to make, healthy, and most importantly, delicious. They look really attractive, too – with lots of color from different veggies, cucumber subs are a feast for the eyes as well as the mouth. 

It’s simple, yet delicious – and best of all, it’s healthy! If you’re looking for a quick and easy lunch idea, this cucumber subs recipe is perfect for you.

Do you like salads? Love sandwiches? This simple cucumber subs meal is a little bit of both. It’s got the veggie content of a salad, but the design of a sandwich. And if you’re feeling extra hungry, go ahead and add some meat or cheese to the mix.

I highly recommend giving this quick cucumber subs recipe a try – it might just become one of your favorites!

Share this recipe with friends and coworkers to show them there are healthy food options for lunches in the office and at home. 

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This recipe is easy to make, it is healthy and nutritious.
• These sandwiches are delightful and will please everyone who gets to eat them.
• These are excellent sources of Vitamins and minerals.
• Family friendly cucumber subs pair nicely with a range of foods, including cheese slices and crackers, nuts, and more.
• Each simple cucumber subs meal has a nice crunch you’ll love to bite down on.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Cucumbers: Don’t like cucumbers? Consider replacing cukes with a summer squash or zucchini.

Tomatoes: Roma tomatoes are recommended because they have less liquid, but juicier tomatoes may be used as well.

Mayo or hummus: Mayo is the go-to spread for many people who are going to have a sandwich, but hummus is often a healthier choice.

Lettuce: Any greens will do here, including spinach, leafy greens, or even cabbage.

Meat and cheese: This inclusion makes the sandwich meatier and more satisfying – a true meal.

Ingredients

• Cucumbers
• Roma tomatoes sliced
• Mayonnaise or hummus (your choice)
• Shredded lettuce
• Slices of cheese of your choosing
• Deli-sliced turkey meat

How to Make It

Seeding the cucumber before assembling the rest of the sandwich makes space for the sandwich fillings.

Keep in mind that this healthy cucumber subs version is best served fresh, so make the sandwich as close to the time of the meal as you can. You may even consider bringing the ingredients to your workplace (if it’s your office lunch) and assembling the ingredients right there.

How to make Cucumber Subs?

Step 1. Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Deseed the cucumbers.

Then cut in half again the other way, so that each cucumber half created two slices of “bread” for each sandwich. 

Step 2. In one-half of the cucumber slices, spread a layer of mayonnaise or hummus, depending on what you have chosen to use. 

Step 3. Top that half with tomatoes, lettuce, a slice of cheese cut in half, and ¼ of the lunch meat. 

Step 4. Roll up the remaining slices of meat, and layer them on the second halves of the cucumber slices. 

Step 5. Place those slices onto the others to form 4 cucumber subs total.

Tips for Success

Unlike regular sandwiches with bread, cucumbers will not absorb sauce or mayo very well. Avoid putting too much sauce on your sub, or it may slide around and become messy.

Slice tomatoes for your subs very thin – these sandwiches are already naturally thick.

Storage & Reheating

If you have sandwiches leftover, they can be placed in an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator. They will last for 3 days. The Cucumber subs can also be frozen if they are wrapped tightly. Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before serving. To make these in advance, prepare as desired, wrap and store in the refrigerator. Keep in mind that freezing cucumber subs may change the texture.

Serving Suggestions

These subs can be topped with your favorite toppings. These should be made with the same types of meats and cheese you would use on a normal sub.

FAQs

Are the cucumber seeds good for you?

The seeds are actually a good source of vitamins and nutrition. They also contain antioxidants, which help to prevent some diseases.

Are Cucumber seeds toxic?

There is much debate over cucumber seeds. Some will tell you that the seeds are bad and toxic. It is best to be cautious and eat the seeds in moderation.

Can you substitute cucumber in place of zucchini in Stir Fry?

Zucchini is often used in stir fry foods. If you want a healthier option, cucumber can be switched out for zucchini. The texture is close to the same.

Is there a difference between mini cucumbers and regular cucumbers?

Except for size, there really is no difference between the two. The mini cucumber is the size of a finger, whereas the regular cucumber is larger.

Is there a good substitution for cucumber?

Lettuce is always a great switch. Summer squash, radishes, or even Jicama would be great substitutes.

Why are cucumber Sandwiches considered ‘Posh’?

Originally, it is thought that cucumber sandwiches were served as afternoon tea. They were cute, refreshing, and tasty.

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Notes

Need more homemade cucumber subs ideas? Just consider your favorite sandwich toppings as you try to decide what to put on your subs. I’ve been enjoying cucumber subs for so long – I’ve managed to make quite a few variations over the years! Check out the recipes below for more meal time ideas.

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