Tuna Boats (Cucumber with Tuna Cream, Low-Carb)
Looking for an easy to go that fits your tuna boats routine? This tuna boats is naturally low-carb, gluten-free and grain-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite low-carb recipes for anyone cutting carbs or following a keto or low-carb diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized. With just 6 g of carbs per serving, it fits easily into your daily carb budget.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 5 minutes prep, 0 minutes cook
- Servings: 1
- Carbs: 6 g per serving
- Diet: Low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 1/2 (200 g) cucumber
- 80 g canned tuna in olive oil
- 80 g cream cheese (double cream)
- 1 tbsp chives
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Halve the cucumber lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Finely chop the chives.
- Stir the tuna, chives and cream cheese together; season boldly with salt and pepper.
- Fill the cucumber halves with the tuna cream and snack away — or pack to take with you.
Tips & Variations
A favorite make-ahead lunch: the filling keeps 2 days in the fridge, so fill the boats fresh in the morning.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe keeps carbohydrates low — just 6 g per serving — while delivering plenty of healthy fats and protein. Keeping carbs moderate helps stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels, which makes weight loss easier and prevents the energy crashes and cravings that come with high-carb meals. It’s also naturally gluten-free and grain-free, making it a great choice for anyone with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really low-carb?
Yes. Tuna Boats contains just 6 g of carbs per serving — well within even a strict keto budget.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 1.
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