Description
Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats are a delicious, low-carb appetizer that’s perfect for healthy snacking or light lunches. Creamy tuna salad is nestled inside fresh cucumber slices, creating a refreshing and nutritious bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
– 2 (5 oz) cans tuna, drained
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
– 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 medium cucumbers, halved lengthwise and seeded
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
2. Scoop the tuna salad mixture evenly into the hollowed-out cucumber halves.
3. Garnish the filled cucumber boats with additional fresh dill.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
For a crunchy texture, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of finely chopped raw onion to the tuna salad. If you prefer a tangier flavor, increase the amount of lemon juice to taste.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American