Rice 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 impressive on a platter. The avocado gets mashed just enough to hold everything together while still keeping a bit of texture, and the combination of lemon juice, coconut aminos, chives, cilantro, ginger, and turmeric gives the filling a bright, layered flavor that punches way above its weight. Coconut aminos steps in beautifully here instead of soy sauce, adding that savory depth without any grain-based ingredients sneaking in. Each cucumber slice acts as a natural, crunchy base, so there's no need for crackers, rice cakes, or any grain-based vessel whatsoever. This is the kind of appetizer or light lunch that looks like you put in serious effort but comes together in just a few minutes of mixing and spooning. A scatter of fresh parsley over the top finishes everything off with a little color and freshness. Whether you're serving a crowd or just yourself, these bites are easy to scale and even easier to devour.
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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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