Artificial Flavors Free Lemon-Dill Tuna Cucumber Cups
Bright, fresh, and genuinely satisfying, these little cucumber cups are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. The tuna filling gets its punch from real lemon juice, lemon zest, and freshly chopped dill — no flavor packets, no mystery seasonings, just clean ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Coconut-based AIP mayo binds everything together without any of the synthetic additives that sneak into conventional store-bought versions, which is a quiet win for anyone keeping a close eye on labels. A little celery adds crunch, chives bring a mild oniony note, and a touch of ground ginger gives the whole thing a subtle warmth that makes the filling taste more complex than the ingredient list suggests. The cucumber rounds act as natural, crisp vessels — no crackers, no bread, just cool and refreshing against the savory, citrusy filling. These come together quickly with nothing more than a mixing bowl and a small spoon, making them an easy choice for entertaining or a light lunch when you want something that feels a little special.
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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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