These cucumber tuna cups are the perfect appetizer for your next spring or summer dinner party. Crisp cucumbers filled with a savory tuna salad, so light and refreshing!
Nothing beats an alfresco summer dinner party, and these cucumber party appetizers are a great summer party appetizer. They’re quick and easy, capture seasonal flavors, and will be the highlight of the party menu.
Ingredients Needed
- 3 oz. wild albacore tuna
- 1–2 cucumbers
- 3 Tbsp. of mayo
- 1 tsp. dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. fresh chopped dill
How to make Cucumber Tuna Cups
- Slice the cucumbers into one-inch sections.
- Scoop out the center of each cucumber slice, leaving the bottom intact, forming a cup
- In a small bowl, mix the tuna, mayo, mustard, salt, pepper, and dill.
- Fill each cucumber cup with the tuna mixture, about 1 tablespoon.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Recipe FAQs and Notes
What to add to tuna to make it taste better
The key to making canned tuna better is a fatty condiment, like mayo, and seasonings. In this recipe we add in mayo and mustard, plus seasonings to make it a deliciously flavorful appetizer.
What are heavy appetizers?
Heavy appetizers are considered “heavy” because they tend to be more filling, usually contain a protein, yet can still be served as a finger food appetizer. These cucumber tuna cups could be considered a heavier appetizer.
What are hors d’oeuvres?
Hors d’oeuvres are considered to be an appetizer served before the meal, but not part of the meal itself.
Recipe notes
- Wild Albacore Tuna is a great choice for flavor, but you can swap in any canned tuna you prefer.
- You can make the tuna cups and tuna filling ahead of time, no more than 24 hours refrigerated, then assemble just before serving.
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Enjoy these other cucumber party appetizers and cocktails!
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Cucumber Tuna Cups Recipe
Cucumber Tuna Cups
These cucumber tuna cups are the perfect appetizer for your next spring or summer dinner party. Crisp cucumbers filled with a savory tuna salad, so light and refreshing!
Ingredients
- 3 oz. wild albacore tuna
- 1–2 cucumbers
- 3 Tbsp. of mayo
- 1 tsp. dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. fresh chopped dill
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into one-inch sections.
- Scoop out the center of each cucumber slice, leaving the bottom intact, forming a cup
- In a small bowl, mix the tuna, mayo, mustard, salt, pepper, and dill.
- Fill each cucumber cup with the tuna mixture, about 1 tablespoon.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Wild Albacore Tuna is a great choice for flavor, but you can swap in any canned tuna you prefer.
- You can make the tuna cups and tuna filling ahead of time, no more than 24 hours refrigerated, then assemble just before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 126Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 225mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 7gProtein: 6g
The recipes included on this website are written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist or medical professional, and the nutritional data on this site have not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist, registered dietician ,or other medical professionals.
Jennifer is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Wanderlust and Wellness since 2016. She creates easy, approachable gluten-free recipes for the everyday home cook; because cooking gluten-free doesn’t mean food has to be complicated or tasteless.
Donna @ Modern on Monticello
I love how easy this recipe is. I agree that it would also be a crowd pleasure at the next summer party. Thanks for visiting with us and sharing it this week. #HomeMattersParty