AIP Friendly Orange-Garlic Tuna Cucumber Cups
These bright, refreshing little bites are proof that eating to support your immune system doesn't have to feel like a compromise. The tuna filling gets its depth from coconut aminos, freshly squeezed orange juice, and a touch of zest, while ground turmeric and ginger add warmth without relying on any nightshades or grains. Minced garlic and a splash of apple cider vinegar round everything out so the flavor is genuinely bold — not just "healthy-food bold." Scooped into cool cucumber rounds, the whole thing comes together in minutes with no cooking required beyond a little chopping and stirring. It makes a gorgeous appetizer or light lunch for four, and the platter looks far more impressive than the effort involved. For anyone navigating the autoimmune protocol, finding snacks and starters that feel festive rather than restrictive is a real win — and this one delivers.
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4 servings
For the tuna filling
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
For the cups
- 2 medium english cucumbers
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- orange zest, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the ends from both cucumbers and slice each into rounds about 3/4-inch thick — you should get 18–20 rounds total. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop a shallow well into the center of each round, leaving the base intact so the filling stays in place.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, coconut aminos, fresh orange juice, orange zest, minced garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, ground turmeric, and salt. Stir until the tuna is evenly coated and the mixture is well combined.
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