Legume Free Cucumber Boats with Tuna Salad
Cool, crisp, and loaded with bright flavor, these hollowed-out cucumber halves make a stunning vessel for a herby, well-seasoned tuna salad. The filling comes together in one bowl — drained tuna gets mixed with coconut-based mayo, a splash of apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and warm spices like turmeric and ginger that give it a subtle, unexpected depth. Finely diced celery, parsley, and chives fold in for crunch and freshness, making every bite feel lively rather than heavy. For anyone avoiding legumes, the coconut-based mayo is the real hero here, standing in seamlessly for traditional mayo without any soy or bean-derived ingredients sneaking into the mix. Scooping out the cucumber seeds and patting the insides dry is a small step that makes a big difference — the boats stay sturdy and don't get watery as you eat. This is the kind of recipe that looks impressive on a plate but asks almost nothing of you in the kitchen. Serve them right away for maximum crunch, or prep the tuna salad ahead and assemble just before eating.
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4 servings
For the boats
- 2 large english cucumbers
For the tuna salad
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 3 tbsp coconut-based mayo
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the ends from each cucumber and cut them in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop out the seeds and a shallow channel of flesh, leaving a sturdy 1/4-inch wall all around to form a stable boat. Pat the insides dry with a paper towel.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, coconut-based mayo, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, turmeric, and ginger. Break up any large chunks of tuna with a fork and stir until the mixture is evenly coated and holds together.
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