Keto Tuna Tartare in Cucumber Cups
Indulge in a refreshing and sophisticated appetizer that aligns perfectly with your keto lifestyle. Our Keto Tuna Tartare in Cucumber Cups combines the subtle brininess of fresh tuna with the crispness of cucumber, creating a dish that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet snack.
Servings 4
Calories 190kcal
Ingredients
- - 8 oz 227g fresh sushi-grade tuna, finely diced
- - 2 medium cucumbers
- - 2 tbsp 30 ml avocado oil
- - 1 tbsp 15 ml soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free)
- - 1 tsp 5 ml sesame oil
- - 1 tsp 5g grated fresh ginger
- - 1/4 cup 4g finely chopped green onions
- - 1 tbsp 9g sesame seeds
- - 1/4 tsp 1g chili flakes (optional)
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - 1 avocado diced (for garnish)
- - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the cucumber cups. Wash the cucumbers and pat them dry. Slice the cucumbers into 1-inch thick rounds and, using a melon baller or small spoon, hollow out the center of each round to create a cup, being careful not to puncture the bottom.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tuna, avocado oil, soy sauce or tamari, sesame oil, and grated ginger. Mix well to ensure the tuna is evenly coated with the marinade.
- Add the chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes to the tuna mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold in the ingredients until just combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the tuna mixture marinate in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes.
- While the tuna is marinating, dice the avocado and set aside for garnish.
- Remove the tuna mixture from the refrigerator. Using a spoon, carefully fill each cucumber cup with the marinated tuna tartare.
- Garnish each cup with diced avocado and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately on a chilled platter.
Notes
- Ensure the tuna is fresh and of sushi-grade quality for the best flavor and safety.
- Adjust the level of chili flakes to suit your preference for heat.
- If you're not a fan of cilantro, you may substitute it with another herb like dill or parsley.
- For an extra kick, add a few drops of hot sauce to the tuna mixture.
- Adjust the level of chili flakes to suit your preference for heat.
- If you're not a fan of cilantro, you may substitute it with another herb like dill or parsley.
- For an extra kick, add a few drops of hot sauce to the tuna mixture.
Nutrition
Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 3g