Description
These Cucumber Tuna Bites are a fresh and healthy appetizer featuring crisp cucumber slices topped with a creamy tuna spread. Easy to prepare and perfect for parties or light snacks.
Ingredients
¾ English cucumber
6 oz can tuna, drained
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (or 1.5 tablespoons olive oil as a substitute)
3–4 tablespoons cheddar cheese
2–3 tablespoons chopped green onion (optional)
¼ avocado, cut into chunks
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, green onion (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Slice cucumbers into ⅔ to 1-inch thick pieces. Using a melon baller or teaspoon, scoop out a shallow indentation (~¼ inch deep) in the center of each slice to hold the filling.
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, fill each cucumber cup with about 1 tablespoon of the tuna mixture.
- Top each with a piece of avocado and a shred or two of cheddar cheese for garnish.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter spread.
Add finely diced celery or pickles for crunch.
Sprinkle with paprika or fresh herbs like dill or parsley.
Swap cheddar for feta or cream cheese.
For a spicy kick, mix in a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
