Name: Tuna Cucumber Boats Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large English cucumber; ⅓ red onion, diced; 5 oz can tuna, in water, drained well; 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp mayonnaise (or additional Greek yogurt to replace); 1 to 2 tsp fresh dill; ¼ tsp garlic powder; Salt and pepper, to taste

Description

Tuna Cucumber Boats are a refreshing, light, and healthy snack or appetizer that combines crisp cucumber ‘boats’ filled with a creamy, flavorful tuna salad made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh dill, and red onion. This no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or an easy high-protein snack that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

Vegetables

1 large English cucumber
⅓ red onion, diced

Protein and Dairy

5 oz can tuna, in water, drained well
3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise (or additional Greek yogurt to replace)

Herbs and Spices

1 to 2 tsp fresh dill
¼ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the Cucumber Boats: Wash the cucumber thoroughly under running water and pat dry with a clean towel. Using a sharp knife, slice the cucumber lengthwise into two halves, then slice each half again lengthwise to create four long cucumber quarters, or boats. Carefully scoop out the seeds from each quarter to create hollow boats ready to be filled.
Make the Tuna Salad: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the well-drained tuna with plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, diced red onion, fresh dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together gently but thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture has a creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
Assemble the Boats: Spoon the prepared tuna salad into each cucumber boat evenly, filling the hollowed-out spaces. Serve the tuna cucumber boats immediately for the freshest, crunchiest experience.

Notes

You can substitute mayonnaise entirely with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier option.
Fresh dill can be replaced with dried dill at about one-third the amount, but fresh is preferred for flavor.
These boats are best served immediately to maintain crispness of the cucumber.
For added crunch and nutrition, small chopped celery or bell peppers can be mixed into the tuna salad.
This recipe is naturally gluten free and low in calories, making it ideal for light eating plans.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American