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Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats

Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats: Fresh, Fun, and Healthy Delights

Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats are a delicious low-carb and protein-rich meal perfect for a quick healthy delight.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 boats
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Salad
  • 1 can Canned Tuna Choose your favorite variety (chunk or solid)
  • 1 medium Avocado This replaces mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Omit for AIP diets if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chopped, for garnish
For the Cucumber Boats
  • 2 medium Cucumber Opt for English cucumbers

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Teaspoon
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by taking two fresh English cucumbers and slicing them in half lengthwise. Using a teaspoon, scoop out the seeds to create boats. Set them aside to absorb excess moisture.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine your drained canned tuna with a diced avocado. Add finely chopped red onion, sprinkle in garlic powder, and season with salt and black pepper. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and gently fold until mixed.
  3. Take each prepared cucumber half and spoon the tuna salad mixture into the hollowed-out section. Pack it well for a satisfying bite.
  4. Optionally cut each cucumber boat into bite-sized pieces or leave them whole for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Keep cucumbers and salad separate until serving to maintain crispness.

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