Walnut Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Tuna Cucumber Cups
These bright, refreshing little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Crisp cucumber rounds act as the vessel, hollowed out just enough to cradle a boldly seasoned tuna filling that hits every note — savory, tangy, a little warm from fresh ginger, and subtly sweet from coconut aminos. That combination of coconut aminos and lime juice does serious work here, giving the tuna a punchy, umami-forward dressing without any soy or complicated pantry additions. A touch of turmeric and toasted coconut oil round everything out and give the filling a gorgeous golden hue. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no cooking required beyond a quick scoop and fill, making it ideal for entertaining or a light, protein-packed lunch. Cilantro and extra lime wedges on the side keep things fresh and let everyone customize their last bite. For anyone navigating tree nut sensitivities, every ingredient here is naturally free of walnuts and walnut-derived oils, so you can serve these with total confidence.
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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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