Smoked Salmon & Herb Cream Cheese Sandwich

Meet your new favorite light meal — a smoked salmon sandwich elevated with a zesty cream cheese spread. Begin with two slices of toasted whole-grain bread, lightly layered with a creamy mix of whipped cheese, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Add thin cucumber slices for refreshing crunch, then crown it with delicate smoked salmon.

A sprinkle of dill and a crack of black pepper adds freshness and tang. Skinny, satisfying, and elegant, this quick sandwich is ideal for brunch, a breezy lunch, or chic appetizer tables.

• Cut the smoked salmon fillets into thin slices. Rinse and slice the cucumber into thin slices.
• Mix cream cheese, juice of half a lemon, Dijon mustard, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
• Brown the slices of whole wheat bread in a toaster or on a griddle.
• Place thin slices of cucumber (or lettuce leaves), cream mixture, and slices of smoked salmon on bread. Drizzle with dried dill, and garnish with fresh herbs.