Lactose 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 in minutes with no cooking required. The tuna filling gets a serious flavor upgrade from coconut aminos, fresh ginger, and a splash of lime juice — savory, a little tangy, and just aromatic enough to keep things interesting. Toasted coconut oil ties it all together with a subtle richness, while scallion greens and a pinch of turmeric add color and a gentle kick. Hollowed-out English cucumber rounds serve as the perfect crisp, cool vessel, making every bite a satisfying contrast of textures. Because the entire recipe leans on pantry staples and fresh produce, there's no dairy hiding anywhere — no butter, no cream, no sneaky milk solids to second-guess. It's the kind of light, clean appetizer or snack that works just as well on a weeknight as it does when you're feeding a crowd. Finish with a few cilantro leaves and a squeeze of lime, and you've got something that looks and tastes like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
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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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