PCOS Friendly Ginger & Coconut Aminos Tuna Cucumber Cups
These bright, refreshing little bites are everything you want in a no-fuss, feel-good dish — cool cucumber, savory tuna, and a punchy dressing that comes together in minutes. The filling leans on coconut aminos instead of soy sauce, which keeps things lower in sodium and free from common additives that can work against hormone balance. Fresh ginger and turmeric pull serious anti-inflammatory weight here, and both are genuinely worth seeking out for anyone managing blood sugar and inflammation through food. Toasted coconut oil adds a subtle richness that ties the whole mixture together without any heavy ingredients. The cucumber cups themselves are a clever swap for crackers or bread, keeping the carb load light while still giving you something satisfying to bite into. Scallion greens, a squeeze of lime, and optional cilantro finish everything off with layers of brightness that make this feel way more special than the effort involved. Serve them straight from the platter at your next gathering or keep the components prepped separately in the fridge for a quick weekday lunch.
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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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