Oats 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, herb-packed tuna and avocado mixture that comes together in one bowl with no cooking required. The avocado brings richness and body, while lemon juice, coconut aminos, chives, cilantro, ginger, and turmeric layer in a surprising depth of flavor that makes each bite feel anything but ordinary. For anyone navigating grain-free eating, this kind of recipe is a relief — no hidden fillers, no ambiguous sauces, just whole, recognizable ingredients from start to finish. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy sauce, adding that savory umami note without any of the usual label-reading stress. Serve them at a party, pack them as a light lunch, or just make a batch for yourself and eat them straight off the cutting board — no judgment here.
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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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