Cashew Tuna Salad Cucumber Bites

Ever in the mood for something light and crunchy but still good for you and filling? This recipe will check all of those boxes and more! These cucumber bites would make a tasty appetizer, balanced side or can even hold their own as a main dish – and don’t they look fun? I’m thinking they’re be perfect for a Sunday brunch, girls night in or a healthy treat-yo-self snack while the kids are at school. Not into tuna? Sub in tofu to make this vegan friendly or switch it to chicken if you’re not a seafood fan. Let us know how you choose to enjoy this recipe!

 

 

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 (5 oz) cans Tuna
  • ½ cup broccoli slaw, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup diced bell pepper
  • ⅓ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (or fresh herb of choice)
  • ¼ cup dry roasted cashews, roughly chopped (such as Back to Nature)
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • ⅓ – ½ cup mayo
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced about ¼ – inch thick

 

 

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients except for the cucumber slices. Add additional mayo to achieved desired creaminess.
  2. Top tuna salad on cucumber slices. Garnish with additional fresh basil and chopped cashews.

Thanks to The Real Food Dieticians for this recipe!

 

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