AIP Friendly Orange-Ginger Cucumber Tuna Bites
Bright, fresh, and ready in minutes, these little cucumber bites pack a serious flavor punch thanks to a combination of citrus, ginger, and coconut aminos that somehow tastes like it took way more effort than it did. The tuna mixture comes together in a single bowl — no cooking required — and gets spooned right onto crisp cucumber rounds for a snack or appetizer that looks genuinely impressive on a platter. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy sauce here, delivering that savory depth without any of the ingredients that make traditional condiments off-limits on a healing protocol. Fresh orange juice and zest brighten everything up, while grated ginger and turmeric add warmth and that golden hue that makes the whole thing look as good as it tastes. Scallion greens and cilantro round out the mixture with herby freshness, and the cucumber base keeps things light and satisfying without any grains or fillers. This recipe makes four servings, so it's perfect for a casual gathering or a week of easy lunches when you want something that feels special but stays completely on track.
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4 servings
For the tuna mixture
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
For the bites
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into ¼-inch rounds
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
- orange zest, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Drain the tuna thoroughly, pressing it against the side of the strainer to remove as much liquid as possible, then transfer to a medium mixing bowl and flake apart with a fork until no large chunks remain.
- 2
Add the coconut aminos, fresh orange juice, orange zest, grated ginger, olive oil, turmeric, and sea salt to the bowl. Stir until the tuna is evenly coated and the mixture is uniform in color.
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