Pork Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Tuna Cucumber Cups
These little cucumber cups are a fresh, vibrant appetizer that comes together with almost no effort and zero cooking required. The tuna filling gets a serious flavor upgrade from coconut aminos, freshly grated ginger, and a squeeze of lime — bright, savory, and just a little tropical without being over the top. Toasted coconut oil ties everything together with a subtle richness, while the scallion greens and turmeric add color and a gentle earthiness. Each crisp cucumber round acts as a natural vessel, keeping things light and refreshing from the first bite to the last. Because the entire recipe leans on pantry staples and fresh produce, there's nothing hidden to worry about — every ingredient is right there in the bowl. These are ideal for entertaining since you can mix the filling ahead of time and assemble the cups just before guests arrive. Serve them with lime wedges and a scatter of cilantro for a platter that looks far more impressive than the effort it actually took.
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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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