Almond Free Lemon-Dill Tuna Cucumber Cups
These bright, refreshing little bites are everything you want in a light appetizer or snack — cool, crisp cucumber paired with a zesty, herb-forward tuna filling that genuinely delivers on flavor. The filling comes together in one bowl with canned tuna, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, celery, and chives, so the prep is minimal but the result tastes like something you'd find at a catered spread. Coconut-based AIP mayo keeps things creamy without any nut-derived ingredients, which makes this a genuinely worry-free option when you're navigating tree nut restrictions at the table. English cucumber rounds act as the vessel, scooped into little cups that hold the filling beautifully and keep everything naturally low-carb and refreshing. A pinch of ground ginger in the mix adds a subtle warmth that makes the whole thing feel a little more interesting than your average tuna salad. Serve them straight from the platter with lemon wedges on the side and a few extra dill sprigs for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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4 servings
For the tuna filling
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 3 tbsp coconut-based aip mayo
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp celery, finely diced
- 1 tbsp chives, finely sliced
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
For the cups
- 2 large english cucumbers
For serving
- fresh dill sprigs, for garnish (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumbers crosswise into rounds about 3/4-inch thick — you should get 18–20 rounds per cucumber. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop a shallow well into the center of each round, leaving the bottom intact so the cup holds its filling.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, coconut-based AIP mayo, lemon juice, lemon zest, fresh dill, celery, chives, salt, and ground ginger. Stir until evenly combined and the tuna is broken into small, uniform flakes.
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