Make cucumber tuna boats with Greek yogurt, fresh dill, mustard and lemon in 10 minutes. A no-cook, high-protein, low-carb snack with 145 calories per serving.
Cucumber Tuna Boats with Greek Yogurt and Fresh Dill
Looking for a refreshing, high-protein snack that takes just minutes to prepare? These Cucumber Tuna Boats combine crisp cucumber with a creamy tuna filling made from Greek yogurt, mustard, fresh lemon juice and aromatic dill.
Ready in just 10 minutes, this simple no-cook recipe is ideal for busy days when you want something fresh and satisfying without switching on the stove.
Each serving provides approximately 145 calories and 26g of protein, with only 6g of carbohydrates, making these tuna cucumber boats a convenient option for people following a lower-carbohydrate eating pattern.
The crunchy cucumber provides a refreshing contrast to the creamy tuna filling, while lemon and dill add bright, fresh flavor. Greek yogurt replaces the mayonnaise commonly used in tuna salad, giving the filling a tangy finish.
Whether you're preparing a light lunch, a protein-rich afternoon snack or a small plate after exercise, these cucumber tuna boats are quick, easy and full of flavor.
Fresh, crunchy, creamy and ready in 10 minutes!
🛒 Ingredients
Makes 2 servings, 2 boats per person
Recipe tip: Choose a cucumber large enough to cut into four sturdy boats. Drain the tuna thoroughly so the filling stays creamy rather than watery.
👩🍳 How to make cucumber tuna boats
1. Prepare the cucumber
Wash the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise and gently scoop out some of the seeds with a teaspoon. Cut the halves crosswise to make four cucumber boats.
2. Make the creamy tuna filling
Place the drained tuna in a mixing bowl. Add the Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice and finely chopped dill. Mix gently until everything is evenly combined.
3. Fill and serve
Spoon the tuna mixture evenly into the four cucumber boats. Divide into two portions, with two boats per person, and serve immediately.
📊 Calories and nutrition
Provisional nutrition per serving, based on 2 servings
💪 Are cucumber tuna boats good after the gym?
They can be a convenient protein-rich snack after exercise, with an estimated 26g of protein per serving.
However, at approximately 145 calories per serving, they're quite light. After a long or demanding workout, you may want a larger meal that provides additional energy and carbohydrates.
🥑 Are they keto-friendly?
With approximately 6g of total carbohydrates per serving, these cucumber tuna boats can fit into many low-carb and ketogenic meal plans.
Whether they fit a particular ketogenic diet depends on total daily carbohydrate intake.
🥗 Serving suggestions
Enjoy the boats on their own for a light snack or serve them alongside a fresh green salad.
For a more substantial meal, add wholegrain crackers, toast or another carbohydrate source according to your needs. Additional foods will change the calorie and nutrition totals.
🧊 Storage and food safety
Allergens: Fish, milk and mustard.
For the best texture, prepare the tuna filling ahead of time and keep it refrigerated separately from the cucumber.
Assemble the boats just before serving.
Keep chilled and use within 48 hours, or earlier if any ingredient's use-by date requires it. Follow any shorter storage guidance on the opened tuna or yogurt packaging.
Because tuna contains mercury, people who are pregnant or planning pregnancy, as well as young children, should follow applicable local fish-consumption guidance.