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By Culinary.net | Contributor
Brighten your St. Patrick’s Day menu with delightful, light sandwiches that celebrate the festive spirit. These open-faced treats are ideal for lunch, snacks, or as appetizers for gatherings with friends and family.
Layered with a creamy blend of cream cheese and mozzarella, topped with crunchy cucumber and a sprig of green bell pepper, these St. Patrick’s Day Sandwiches are both adorable and easy to make, making them a favorite at any green-themed event. A drizzle of lemon juice adds a touch of acidity for a refreshing bite.
Additionally, this recipe is quick and simple to prepare. When time is tight before your party, it’s effortless to whip these together and arrange them on a platter in no time.
The sandwiches stand out with their vibrant seasonal toppings. Sure to catch the eye and have loved ones asking, “Where did you get this idea?” they’re also a clever way to sneak some veggies into your kids’ meals.
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**St. Patrick’s Day Sandwiches**
Yield: 8 sandwiches
8 ounces plain cream cheese spread, softened
1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt
4 English muffins
24 slices cucumber
8 thin slices green pepper
Fresh cilantro leaves
Lemon juice
Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
In a bowl, combine the cream cheese spread, mozzarella cheese, and salt until well mixed.
Slice the English muffins in half and cut each half into a shamrock shape.
Spread the cheese mixture over each half of the muffins.
Top each “shamrock” with three cucumber slices, placing one on each “leaf.” Use a slice of green pepper as the stem, and add a cilantro leaf on top of each sandwich.
Drizzle lemon juice over the sandwiches and include lemon slices for garnish if desired.
