Pork Free Avocado-Cucumber Tuna Bites
These little cucumber rounds topped with a creamy avocado-tuna mixture are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. The tuna is folded into mashed avocado with bright lemon juice, coconut aminos, fresh chives, cilantro, and warm spices like ginger and turmeric — it's bold, fresh, and surprisingly satisfying for something so light. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of pork and pork-derived products, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The cucumber slices act as crisp, cool little vessels that hold the thick, scoopable filling perfectly without any crackers or bread required. Coconut aminos bring that savory, umami depth you'd normally expect from soy sauce, and it plays beautifully against the richness of the avocado. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and a clean herby finish. Whether you're putting together a quick weeknight snack or a crowd-pleasing party spread, these bites come together fast and look genuinely impressive on the plate.
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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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