Mediterranean Diet Friendly Ginger & Coconut Aminos Tuna Cucumber Cups
These little cucumber cups are a bright, no-fuss appetizer or light meal that punches way above their weight in flavor. The tuna filling gets a genuinely interesting lift from fresh ginger, a splash of lime juice, and coconut aminos — a soy-free seasoning that brings a subtle savory depth without overpowering the fish. Toasted coconut oil and a pinch of turmeric round everything out with warmth and color, making the filling look as good as it tastes. Hollowed English cucumber rounds act as crisp, refreshing vessels that keep things light and naturally grain-free, which fits beautifully within a whole-foods, produce-forward way of eating. Scallion greens and optional cilantro add a fresh herbal finish, and a squeeze of lime right before eating ties it all together. Assembly is genuinely quick — just scoop, fill, and serve — so this works equally well as a party snack or a weekday lunch you can throw together without much thought.
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4 servings
For the tuna filling
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
Chef's tipSoy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust. - 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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