Description
These Keto Cucumber Bites are the ultimate quick snack—crunchy cucumber slices topped with a creamy, flavorful tuna mayo mixture. Perfect for low-carb eating, parties, or guilt-free mid-day munching, this recipe is fresh, easy to customize, and ready in just minutes.
Ingredients
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1 cucumber (approx. 300 g)
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¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
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1 red bell pepper, finely chopped (approx. 120 g)
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4 oz (115 g) tuna, drained
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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Red pepper flakes & chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Wash the cucumber and slice into ¼ to ½ inch thick rounds.
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In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, red bell pepper, tuna, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne if using.
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Taste the mixture and add salt if needed.
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Top each cucumber slice with a spoonful of the tuna mixture.
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Garnish with red pepper flakes and chopped parsley.
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Serve immediately for the best texture and crunch.
Notes
Use English cucumber for uniform rounds and fewer seeds.
Swap mayo with avocado for a dairy-free version.
Add a boiled egg to the tuna mix for extra protein.
Make the tuna mix in advance and store it separately for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: No-Cook / Assembly
- Cuisine: American