Bacon, Cucumber, and Tomato Finger Sandwiches
Servings: 4 servings
These Bacon, Cucumber, and Tomato Finger Sandwiches are an easy BLT-inspired appetizer made with cucumbers, cream cheese, bacon, and tomatoes.
Ingredients:
- 1 (14.5 oz.) can Dei Fratelli Petite Diced Tomatoes, drained
- 2 Cucumbers
- 1/3 Cup Cream Cheese
- 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Rosemary, fresh or dried
- 1/2 tsp. Thyme, fresh or dried
- 1/2 Cup Bacon Bits, precooked, divided
Instructions:
- Peel cucumbers, if desired. Cut the cucumbers into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
- Using a spoon, remove the seeds from the cucumber, creating a pocket for the filling. Do not remove too much, otherwise your filling will fall through the bottom.
- Mix mayonnaise, cream cheese, garlic powder and onion powder together, until well combined.
- Add Dei Fratelli Petite Diced Tomatoes, 1/3 cup bacon bits, rosemary and thyme into the cream cheese mixture. Fold together well until the tomatoes and bacon are well distributed throughout the filling.
- Spoon your filling onto each of the cucumber slices and sprinkle the remaining bacon bits on top.
Chef's Tip:
Can I make cucumber finger sandwiches ahead of time?
Yes. You can prepare the filling ahead of time and assemble the cucumber sandwiches shortly before serving for the best texture.
What type of tomatoes work best for finger sandwiches?
Dei Fratelli Petite diced tomatoes work well for finger sandwiches because they are small, easy to layer, and provide fresh tomato flavor without overwhelming the appetizer.
How do you keep cucumber appetizers from getting watery?
Pat the cucumber dry and remove some of the seeds before filling. You can also pat the tomatoes dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture before using them.
Can I make finger sandwiches low carb?
Yes. Since this recipe uses cucumber instead of bread, it is naturally lower in carbs than traditional finger sandwiches.