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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Assemble the Boats: Spoon the tuna salad into the hollowed-out cucumbers, filling each “boat” generously.
  4. 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!