Tuna-stuffed cucumber cups with dill and black pepper
Fresh and savory tuna-stuffed cucumber cups with dill and black pepper. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or snack, this easy-to-make recipe combines creamy tuna, crisp cucumber, tangy mayo, and aromatic spices for a refreshing and delicious bite-sized treat.
- 09 Apr 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 2 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
Tuna-stuffed cucumber cups with dill and black pepper is a light, refreshing, and delicious appetizer that's perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a healthy snack. This recipe combines the crisp texture of cucumber with the savory taste of tuna, all enhanced by the creamy mayonnaise and aromatic dill and black pepper.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the cucumber thoroughly under running water.
- Cut the cucumber into 1 to 1.5-inch thick slices. You should end up with around 10-12 slices, depending on the size of your cucumber.
- Using a melon baller or a small spoon, scoop out the center of each cucumber slice to create a small “cup”, being careful to leave the bottom intact. This will form the cavity for your tuna filling.
- In a medium bowl, add the drained canned tuna, breaking it up with a fork.
- Add the mayonnaise salad dressing to the bowl with the tuna.
- Sprinkle in the black pepper and dried dill.
- Mix all the ingredients well until they are thoroughly combined.
- Using a spoon, carefully fill each hollowed-out cucumber cup with the tuna mixture. Make sure to pack it in slightly to avoid the filling from spilling out.
- Optionally, garnish each cucumber cup with a small sprig of fresh dill or a light sprinkle of additional black pepper for an extra touch.
- Arrange the tuna-stuffed cucumber cups on a serving platter.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. These make a perfect appetizer or light snack.
Tips:
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the tuna mixture.
- To make the cucumber cups stand upright more easily, you can slice a small piece off the bottom of each cucumber cup to create a flat surface.
- Ensure the tuna mixture is well-drained to prevent the cucumber cups from becoming too watery.
- Feel free to customize the filling with additional ingredients like chopped red onion, celery, or capers for added texture and flavor.
These tuna-stuffed cucumber cups with dill and black pepper make for quick, easy, and nutritious appetizers that will impress your guests. The combination of crisp cucumber, savory tuna, and the perfect blend of dill and black pepper creates a harmonious flavor profile that is sure to be a hit at any event.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 270 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 190kcal | 8% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 16g | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 10g | 3% |
| Fiber 0.89g | 2% |
| Sugar 3.93g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 10g | 11% |
| Saturated 1.61g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 36mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 24ug | 3% |
| Choline 36mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 0.07mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 0.12mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 8mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B6 0.33mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B9 16ug | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 2.12ug | 88% |
| Vitamin C 4.21mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E 1.19mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K 45ug | 39% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 44mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.12mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.91mg | 17% |
| Magnesium, Mg 40mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus, P 160mg | 12% |
| Potassium, K 390mg | 11% |
| Selenium, Se 60ug | 104% |
| Sodium, Na 510mg | 34% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.88mg | 8% |
| Water | |
| Water 230g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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