Mustard Free Avocado-Cucumber Tuna Bites
Crisp cucumber rounds topped with a creamy, herb-flecked tuna and avocado mixture — these little bites are fresh, satisfying, and genuinely hard to stop eating. The avocado acts as a natural binder, giving the filling a rich, scoopable texture without any of the condiments that typically sneak mustard into tuna-based recipes. Coconut aminos bring a subtle savory depth in place of the usual suspects, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps everything bright and balanced. Ground ginger and turmeric add just enough warmth to make the flavor feel intentional rather than simple. Chives and cilantro woven through the mixture mean every bite has a little herby pop, and a final scatter of fresh parsley makes the whole platter look like something you'd order at a restaurant. These come together quickly with no cooking required — just slice, mash, fold, and spoon. They work beautifully as an appetizer, a light lunch, or a protein-packed snack that doesn't require any label-reading anxiety.
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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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