Quick Cucumber Pickles with Rye Bread and Cheese

Health score
15%
Quick Cucumber Pickles with Rye Bread and Cheese
30 min.
6
485kcal

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If you’re searching for a delightful twist on your typical lunch or dinner, look no further than these Quick Cucumber Pickles with Rye Bread and Cheese. This vibrant dish brings together refreshing, tangy cucumbers and rich, creamy semisoft cheese, creating a flavor profile that excites the palate. The crunchy texture of fresh English cucumbers paired with the savory notes of rye bread makes for an incredibly satisfying meal.

Whipping up this recipe requires only 30 minutes of your time, making it a perfect choice for a busy day when you still want to indulge in something homemade. Imagine slicing into a hearty loaf of rye bread, layering it with rich cheese, and topping it off with your homemade pickles—it's a culinary experience that transforms everyday ingredients into something truly special. Not only does this dish cater to various mealtimes, from a light lunch to a cozy dinner, but it also offers a balanced mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, all packed into a delicious 485-calorie serving.

And the best part? You can prep your pickles a few hours in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Whether you're serving it at a family gathering or enjoying it quietly at home, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce semisoft cheese such as cambozola or mirabo)
  • 0.5 cup cider vinegar 
  • tablespoon mustard dry
  •  cucumbers english
  • tablespoon optional: dill fresh chopped
  • teaspoons bottled horseradish drained
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • pound cocktail rye bread 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cut cucumbers crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices, then toss with kosher salt in a bowl and let stand 15 minutes. Rinse and drain cucumbers and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Whisk together vinegar, sugar, mustard, horseradish, and dill until sugar is dissolved. Stir in cucumber and let stand at least 5 minutes.
  3. Slice bread and serve with pickles and cheese.
  4. Pickles can be made 2 to 4 hours ahead and chilled, covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories485kcal
Protein16.98%
Fat41.4%
Carbs41.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.9
Glycemic Load
23.13
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.463913129724%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:485.15kcal
24.26%
Fat:22.34g
34.38%
Saturated Fat:11.42g
71.38%
Carbohydrates:50.53g
16.84%
Net Carbohydrates:45.45g
16.53%
Sugar:13.38g
14.86%
Cholesterol:56.7mg
18.9%
Sodium:1612.1mg
70.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.61g
41.23%
Selenium:42.25µg
60.36%
Calcium:478.18mg
47.82%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.55%
Phosphorus:389.99mg
39%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.85%
Folate:105.01µg
26.25%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.41%
Zinc:3.24mg
21.59%
Fiber:5.08g
20.33%
Vitamin K:18.75µg
17.86%
Magnesium:64.37mg
16.09%
Vitamin B3:3.06mg
15.31%
Iron:2.68mg
14.89%
Vitamin A:683.96IU
13.68%
Copper:0.21mg
10.58%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.02%
Potassium:344.22mg
9.83%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.37%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.09%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.09%
Vitamin C:3.66mg
4.43%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.27%
Source:Epicurious