Macadamia Free Rosemary-Apple Tuna Cucumber Cups
These little cucumber cups are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Cool, crisp rounds of English cucumber get hollowed into tidy vessels, then filled with a bright tuna salad that's anything but ordinary — diced apple adds a sweet crunch, fresh rosemary brings an herby punch, and a dressing of olive oil, coconut aminos, lemon juice, and warm spices like ginger and turmeric ties it all together beautifully. The combination sounds unexpected, but it works in the best possible way. Many packaged snacks and store-bought tuna salads sneak in nut-based oils or trail-mix-style add-ins that can be a real headache to navigate, so making this from scratch means you know exactly what's going into every bite. The ingredient list is clean and straightforward, relying on fresh produce, pantry staples, and nothing that raises any red flags. A scatter of fresh parsley over the top makes them look genuinely impressive with almost zero extra effort. Whether you're serving these at a gathering or just want a light, satisfying lunch, they deliver serious flavor in a two-bite package.
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4 servings
For the cups
- 2 large english cucumbers
For the tuna salad
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 1 medium apple, finely diced (about ¾ cup)
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely minced
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the ends from both cucumbers and cut 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 bottom intact so the cup holds its filling.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, coconut aminos, lemon juice, ground ginger, turmeric, and sea salt until combined.
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