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Tuna Cucumber Boats

Delicious Tuna Cucumber Boats: A Crunchy Low-Carb Delight

Enjoy these Tuna Cucumber Boats, a refreshing low-carb snack that combines savory tuna and crisp cucumbers.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Boats
  • 2 units Cucumbers choose firm ones for optimal crunch
  • 1 can Canned Tuna drained; can substitute with salmon or chicken
For the Mixture
  • 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt or avocado
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
Optional Veggies
  • Celery finely chopped
  • Red Onions finely chopped
  • Bell Peppers finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Small Spoon
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under running water. Slice them in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create boats.
  2. In a bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix with a fork until well combined.
  3. Add the optional chopped vegetables to the tuna mixture and stir gently until evenly distributed.
  4. Spoon the tuna mixture into each cucumber boat just before serving.
  5. Serve immediately on a platter for an eye-catching presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 18gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble the boats right before serving to maintain crispness of cucumbers. Customize the filling according to your taste preferences.

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