Nutmeg Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Tuna Cucumber Cups
These little cucumber cups are a bright, refreshing bite that feels fancy enough for a party spread but comes together in minutes with no cooking required. The tuna filling gets its depth from coconut aminos — a savory, slightly sweet soy-free sauce — plus fresh ginger, a squeeze of lime, and a whisper of turmeric that gives everything a gorgeous golden tint. Toasted coconut oil ties it all together with a subtle richness that makes the mixture taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Scooping the cucumber rounds into little wells is genuinely satisfying, and the result is a crisp, cool vessel that holds the filling perfectly without going soggy. Many spiced tuna recipes lean on warm pantry staples that can sneak in unwanted flavors, but this one keeps things clean and intentional — every ingredient earns its place. Finish with a scatter of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime right before serving, and you've got a platter that disappears fast.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!