Cinnamon Free Avocado-Cucumber Tuna Bites
These little bites are fresh, vibrant, and genuinely impressive for how little effort they take. Crisp cucumber rounds act as the base, topped with a creamy mash of ripe avocado and tuna that's brightened with lemon juice and layered with chives, cilantro, ginger, and turmeric. Coconut aminos bring a subtle savory depth without any of the usual soy sauce concerns, and the whole thing comes together in one bowl with no cooking required. For anyone navigating a spice sensitivity, this recipe is a great reminder that bold, satisfying flavor doesn't have to rely on warming blends — every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. The texture is thick and scoopable, which means it stays put on the cucumber instead of sliding off the moment you pick one up. A scatter of fresh parsley over the top adds a pop of color that makes these look almost too pretty to eat. Serve them straight away and watch them disappear.
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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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