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Low Carb Tuna Cucumber Avocado Boats

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A no-cook, protein-packed, and keto-friendly dish combining crisp cucumber shells with a creamy tuna and avocado filling. Ready in 10 minutes, these boats are refreshing, satisfying, and perfect for busy lunches or healthy dinners.

  • Total Time: 10
  • Yield: 2 servings (1 cucumber per serving) 1x

Ingredients

Scale

2 large cucumbers
1 can (5 oz) tuna in olive oil, drained
1 ripe avocado
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
Pinch of salt and black pepper

Instructions

Rinse and pat dry the cucumbers
Use a spoon to hollow out the centers (1.5-2 inches thick)
In a bowl, mash tuna, avocado, lemon juice, red onion, dill, salt, and pepper
Fill the cucumber boats with the tuna-avocado mixture
Garnish with an extra dill sprig if desired

Notes

Use fresh tuna for vibrant flavor
Adjust seasoning to taste
For extra crunch, toast pine nuts or serve with cherry tomatoes on the side
Store in an airtight container for 1-2 hours prior to serving

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Category: Breakfast & Snacks
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cucumber boat
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg