Mediterranean Diet Friendly Lemon-Dill Tuna Cucumber Cups
Fresh cucumber, bright lemon, and fragrant dill come together in these elegant little bites that feel right at home on a sun-drenched Mediterranean table. Each thick-cut cucumber round is hollowed into a natural cup and loaded with a herby tuna filling that's seasoned with lemon zest, fresh dill, celery, chives, and a hint of ground ginger for a subtle warmth you won't expect but will absolutely love. The whole thing leans on simple, wholesome ingredients — quality canned tuna, crisp vegetables, and fresh citrus — which is exactly the kind of clean, unfussy eating this style of cooking celebrates. Cucumber acts as a light, hydrating vessel that keeps things feeling fresh rather than heavy, so you get satisfying protein without any of the sluggishness. The coconut-based mayo binds the filling beautifully while keeping the flavor profile clean and bright. These are the kind of appetizers that disappear fast at a gathering, but they're just as good as a quick weekday lunch straight from the fridge. Serve them with extra lemon wedges and a few sprigs of fresh dill, and they look far more impressive than the effort they actually require.
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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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