Beef Free Avocado-Cucumber Tuna Bites

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

(13)

These little bites are fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor — the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Creamy mashed avocado gets folded together with flaked tuna, bright lemon juice, coconut aminos, and a warm hint of ginger and turmeric, then piled onto crisp cucumber rounds for a satisfying crunch in every bite. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with zero cooking required, making it an ideal choice when you want something impressive without turning on the stove. Coconut aminos bring a subtle savory depth that plays beautifully with the herbs — chives and cilantro keep things lively and aromatic. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of red meat, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out; it just works as written. Serve these immediately so the cucumber stays crisp and the avocado mixture stays bright, and finish with a scatter of fresh parsley if you want a little extra color on the plate.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the bites

1 large english cucumber

For the tuna mixture

2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp coconut aminos
2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
¼ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp turmeric
½ tsp salt, or to taste

For serving

1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Slice the cucumber into rounds about 1/2 inch thick, yielding approximately 18–20 pieces. Arrange them in a single layer on a serving platter or cutting board.
2
In a mixing bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining.

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