Chicken Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Tuna Cucumber Cups
These little bites pack a serious punch of flavor into the most refreshing, low-effort vessel imaginable — crisp English cucumber rounds hollowed out and loaded with a boldly seasoned tuna filling. Coconut aminos bring a savory, slightly sweet depth that plays beautifully against the brightness of fresh lime juice and the warm heat of grated ginger, while a touch of turmeric gives the whole filling a gorgeous golden hue. Toasted coconut oil ties everything together with a subtle richness that makes this feel far more indulgent than it actually is. For anyone navigating a poultry-free kitchen, this is the kind of recipe that proves you are absolutely not missing out — the tuna filling is satisfying and protein-packed without a single ingredient that raises any flags. The cucumber cups keep things cool and crunchy, making these ideal as a light lunch, a party appetizer, or a snack that disappears faster than you can plate it. A scatter of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime right before serving takes the whole thing over the top.
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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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