Cucumber Tuna Boat
Elevate your snack or appetizer game with these refreshing Cucumber Tuna Boats! This low-carb, high-protein recipe is a perfect blend of crisp cucumber "boats" filled with a creamy, flavorful tuna salad made from canned tuna, tangy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, red onion, and fragrant fresh dill. A splash of zesty lemon juice and a dash of salt and pepper tie the flavors together, creating a light yet satisfying dish in just 15 minutes—no cooking required! Ideal for hot summer days, quick lunches, or party platters, these Tuna Cucumber Boats are not only delicious but also nutritious and beautifully customizable. Serve them as a chilled snack or an elegant appetizer to impress any crowd!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole English cucumber
- 1 can (5 oz) Canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons, finely diced Red onion
- 2 tablespoons, finely diced Celery
- 1 teaspoon, chopped Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Slice each cucumber in half lengthwise and use a spoon to gently scoop out the seeds, creating a hollow center. Be careful not to scoop too deeply and break the bottom of the cucumber.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, diced red onion, diced celery, chopped dill, and lemon juice.
Mix the tuna filling well until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Fill each hollowed-out cucumber half with the tuna mixture, packing it in gently with a spoon.
Optionally, garnish the cucumber tuna boats with additional dill or a sprinkle of paprika for color.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
467 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 804 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1056 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
