Description
Cucumber Tuna Avocado Rolls are a fresh, healthy, and easy-to-make snack perfect for those looking for a low-carb, gluten-free appetizer. Combining crisp cucumber slices with creamy avocado and savory tuna mixed with a touch of mayonnaise and lemon juice, these rolls offer a satisfying blend of textures and flavors. Ideal for a quick snack or light lunch, they require no cooking and can be prepared in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
Protein & Fats
- 1 (5 oz) can tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Seasonings & Garnishes
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or chives (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumber slices: Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, slice the cucumber lengthwise into long, thin strips. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, ensuring the rolls hold together better.
- Mix the tuna filling: In a small bowl, combine the drained tuna with mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and the chopped fresh dill or chives if using. Mix well to create a creamy, flavorful filling.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a slice of avocado and a spoonful of the tuna mixture at one end of each cucumber strip. Gently roll it up, encasing the filling inside. Repeat this process with all cucumber strips and filling.
- Secure and garnish: If desired, secure each roll with a toothpick to keep it intact. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rolls for an added nutty flavor and appealing presentation.
- Serve fresh: These rolls are best enjoyed immediately but can be prepared a few hours ahead and kept chilled in the refrigerator until serving.
Notes
- For a spicy twist, add a small amount of sriracha sauce to the tuna mixture.
- Best served fresh to maintain crispness, but can be refrigerated for several hours if needed.
- Use a sharp vegetable peeler or mandoline for evenly thin cucumber slices.
- Feel free to experiment with herbs like parsley or cilantro according to preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
