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Lemon and Parsley Danish Rye Bread with Cheese and Cucumber

Name: Lemon and Parsley Danish Rye Bread with Cheese and Cucumber
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Danish
Ingredients: 4 slices rye bread; 200g sliced cheese (e.g., Havarti); 1 cucumber, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon sour cream; 1 teaspoon dill, chopped; Salt to taste; 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest; 1 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley

A classic Danish snack featuring toasted rye bread topped with creamy cheese, fresh cucumber, and a touch of dill. Finished with lemon and parsley for a bright aromatic variation.

15 minutes2 servings

Lemon and Parsley Danish Rye Bread with Cheese and Cucumber — Photo: JIP · CC BY-SA 4.0

Method

Preheat oven to 170°C (325°F).
Toast the rye bread slices until golden.
Spread sour cream on each slice.
Top with cheese, cucumber slices, and dill.
Season with salt and serve immediately.
Finish with 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest and 1 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

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