Description
Discover a refreshing twist on classic flavors with The Best Healthy Cucumber Tuna Sandwich Recipe. These delightful sandwiches combine crisp cucumber slices with a savory tuna filling, making them an ideal choice for snacks, light lunches, or party appetizers. Ready in just 15 minutes, they are not only quick to prepare but also packed with protein and low in carbs, fitting seamlessly into various dietary needs. Perfect for picnics or elegant gatherings, these bite-sized treats will impress your guests with their bright colors and satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 ounces wild-caught tuna (canned)
- 1/4 cup red onion (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons clean mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1/2 a lemon)
- 2 cucumbers (partially peeled, cut into horizontal slices)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, chopped onion, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, paprika, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- Lay half of the cucumber slices on a serving plate. Top each slice generously with the tuna mixture.
- Place another cucumber slice on top of each filled slice to create mini sandwiches.
- Optionally skewer each sandwich with toothpicks for easy handling and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwiches (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg