Fresh Boat Day Sandwich Skewers
These Fresh Boat Day Sandwich Skewers are quick, easy, and perfect for picnic snacking with a fresh, homemade feel that travels well and pleases all ages.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- French baguette or rustic sandwich bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (toasted for crunch)
- Thinly sliced deli turkey or chicken breast
- Sharp cheddar cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes (or mozzarella for a milder option)
- Fresh basil leaves or baby arugula
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Mayonnaise (light or regular)
- Dijon mustard
- Honey
- Fresh lemon juice
- Pickle slices or mini dill pickles (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Slice turkey or chicken into bite-sized pieces. Cube cheddar cheese. Halve cherry tomatoes. Rinse and pat dry basil or arugula leaves.
- Thread one toasted bread cube onto a skewer, add a small dab of spread, a folded basil leaf, a cube of cheese, a piece of turkey, and finish with a cherry tomato half. Optionally add a pickle slice between layers.
- Place assembled skewers on a platter or container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Remove skewers from fridge about 10 minutes before serving to take the chill off. Serve directly from the skewer.
Notes
Toast bread cubes just until golden to prevent sogginess. Assemble skewers shortly before serving or keep chilled if made ahead. Use firm cherry tomatoes and pat dry to avoid damp bread. Spread can be thinned with water or lemon juice if too thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 7
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