Description
These refreshing Cucumber Tuna Rolls are perfect for a light, protein-packed meal or snack. Featuring thinly sliced cucumber wrapped around a creamy tuna filling, enhanced with a zesty lemon sauce and optional toppings, this recipe combines crisp textures with delicious flavors in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced into strips
Filling
- 1 can of tuna (albacore or your favorite variety), drained
- 3 tablespoons cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Juice of half a lemon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Avocado slices
- Pickles
- Red onion slices
- Sesame seeds
- Spicy mayo
- Hot sauce or sriracha
- Chili flakes
- Everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumber Base: Slice the cucumber into thin strips using a vegetable peeler. Lay the slices on parchment paper, slightly overlapping to form a stable base for rolling. Pat the slices gently with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, ensuring the rolls hold together well.
- Make the Creamy Lemon Sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine cottage cheese, avocado oil mayonnaise, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Divide this sauce evenly into two portions for filling and spreading.
- Prepare the Tuna Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the drained tuna with half of the creamy lemon sauce until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and black pepper as needed. This mixture will be the flavorful filling inside the cucumber rolls.
- Assemble the Rolls: Spread the remaining half of the creamy lemon sauce evenly over the cucumber slices arranged on parchment paper. Layer the tuna filling along the bottom edge of the cucumber base, leaving space on sides to roll. Add optional toppings like avocado slices, pickles, or red onion for added texture and flavor. For a spicy kick, drizzle with spicy mayo, hot sauce, or sriracha.
- Roll and Slice: Carefully roll the cucumber slices tightly over the filling starting from the bottom edge, pressing gently to secure the roll. Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into bite-sized pieces. Garnish each bite with sesame seeds, chili flakes, or everything bagel seasoning. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors!
Notes
- Use a vegetable peeler to get thin, flexible cucumber slices ideal for rolling.
- Patting the cucumber dry is essential to avoid soggy rolls.
- Customize your toppings to suit your flavor preferences or dietary needs.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.
- This recipe is perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
