Here’s a fresh, low-carb recipe for Keto Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats — a delicious and easy-to-make option for a snack, appetizer, or light lunch!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, halved lengthwise and seeds scooped out
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (preferably sugar-free)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: diced red onions, cherry tomatoes, or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, creating a hollow center to hold the tuna salad.
- Make the Tuna Salad: In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley or dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.
- Assemble the Boats: Spoon the tuna salad into the hollowed-out cucumbers, filling each “boat” generously.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with diced red onions, cherry tomatoes, or additional fresh herbs for color and flavor, if desired. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Net Carbs: 3g
These Keto Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats are crisp, refreshing, and filled with a creamy tuna salad that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, low-carb meal!