Save Festive and fun sandwiches filled with colorful vegetables and creamy cheese, cut into star shapes& perfect for parties or kids snacks.
This recipe immediately became a favorite at family gatherings as the kids loved the star shape and the fresh flavors.
Ingredients
- Bread: 8 slices whole wheat or white sandwich bread
- Filling: 120 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1/4 red bell pepper, finely diced, 1/4 yellow bell pepper, finely diced, 1/4 cucumber, finely diced (seeds removed), 1 small carrot, peeled and grated, 2 tbsp chives or green onions, finely chopped, Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- Decoration (optional): 2 cherry tomatoes, sliced, 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds, Fresh basil or parsley leaves
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut a star from each bread slice. Reserve the scraps for breadcrumbs or another use.
- Step 2:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Stir in red and yellow bell peppers, cucumber, carrot, and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 4:
- Spread a generous layer of the vegetable cream cheese mixture onto half of the star-shaped bread pieces.
- Step 5:
- Top with the remaining bread stars to form sandwiches.
- Step 6:
- For decoration, gently press slices of cherry tomato, pomegranate seeds, and herbs into the top of each sandwich to resemble jewels.
- Step 7:
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.
Save My children loved helping press the cherry tomato slices and pomegranate seeds onto the sandwiches, making lunchtime extra fun for us all.
Required Tools
Star-shaped cookie cutter, Mixing bowl, Spatula, Sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (bread) and dairy (cream cheese, mayonnaise). May contain eggs (mayonnaise). For allergy concerns, use gluten-free bread, egg-free mayonnaise, or vegan alternatives.
Nutritional Information (per sandwich)
Calories 110, Total Fat 5 g, Carbohydrates 13 g, Protein 3 g
Save These star-shaped sandwiches are sure to brighten any snack time and delight both kids and adults alike.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What ingredients create the filling for the sandwiches?
The filling combines softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced red and yellow bell peppers, cucumber, grated carrot, and chopped chives, seasoned with salt and pepper.
- → How are the star shapes formed for these sandwiches?
A star-shaped cookie cutter is pressed into each bread slice to create uniform star shapes for assembling the sandwiches.
- → Can these sandwiches be prepared in advance?
Yes, they can be made ahead and refrigerated, covered for up to two hours before serving to maintain freshness.
- → Are there dairy-free alternatives for the filling?
Yes, cream cheese can be substituted with hummus or a vegan spread to accommodate dairy-free preferences.
- → What toppings are used for decoration?
The sandwiches are garnished with slices of cherry tomato, pomegranate seeds, and fresh basil or parsley leaves for a colorful, jewel-like appearance.
- → What type of bread works best for these sandwiches?
Whole wheat or white sandwich bread slices are ideal, providing a soft base that holds the filling well.