Macadamia Free Lemon-Dill Tuna Cucumber Cups
These bright, refreshing little bites are everything you want in a light appetizer or protein-packed snack — cool cucumber, creamy tuna filling, and a hit of lemon and fresh dill in every single bite. The filling comes together in one bowl with simple, wholesome ingredients: drained tuna, coconut-based mayo, lemon juice and zest, celery, chives, and a touch of ground ginger that adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Scooping shallow wells into thick cucumber rounds creates the perfect natural vessel, sturdy enough to hold a heaping spoonful without collapsing on the platter. For anyone navigating nut-free eating, this recipe is naturally free of tree nuts in every component — no swaps needed, no label-checking anxiety at the store. The coconut-based mayo keeps the filling creamy and cohesive while staying completely in line with the ingredient list, so you can serve these confidently at a gathering or pack them for yourself without second-guessing a thing. They're best served immediately so the cucumber stays crisp and the filling stays fresh, making them an ideal last-minute crowd-pleaser that looks far more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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