Black Pepper Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Tuna Cucumber Cups
These little cucumber cups are a bright, refreshing bite that feel fancy enough for a party spread but come together with almost no effort. The tuna filling gets its depth from coconut aminos — a naturally savory, slightly sweet soy-free sauce — along with fresh ginger, a squeeze of lime, and a hint of toasted coconut oil that ties everything together beautifully. A pinch of turmeric adds a warm golden hue and subtle earthiness without any heat, making this a smart choice when you need bold flavor without reaching for the pepper grinder. Scallion greens keep things fresh and mild, and the cool, crisp cucumber base acts as the perfect edible vessel. So many tuna recipes lean on spicy condiments or seasoning blends that sneak in black pepper, but this one builds its entire flavor profile around aromatics and umami instead — no substitutions needed. Finish with a scatter of cilantro and a few lime wedges on the side, and you've got an appetizer that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the tuna filling
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp toasted coconut oil
- 3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
For the cups
- 2 large english cucumbers
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the ends off both cucumbers and cut each into rounds about 1 inch thick — you should get 16–20 pieces total. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop a shallow well into the center of each round, leaving a solid base about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange the cups on a serving platter.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, coconut aminos, lime juice, grated ginger, coconut oil, scallion greens, turmeric, and salt. Flake and stir with a fork until the dressing is evenly distributed and the mixture holds together loosely.
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