Cucumber boats with tuna salad
Bread-free Phase 1 lunch: crispy cucumber filled with creamy tuna salad, virtually carb-free.
Cucumber boats with tuna salad prove that a high-protein lunch without bread can be surprisingly satisfying. The cucumber stays cool and crispy, while the creamy tuna salad with quark and yoghurt fills every bite without becoming heavy. A fresh, light lunch you can have on the table in no time at all.
In Phase 1 of the protein diet, everything revolves around maximum protein intake and as few carbohydrates as possible, and this dish fits that perfectly. The tuna delivers generous protein for lasting fullness, whilst the cucumber adds virtually no carbohydrates. The combination of lean protein and plenty of moisture keeps you satisfied without resorting to bread or sugars, which supports the strict framework of this phase.
Lovely with an extra slice of lemon, some fresh dill or a handful of radishes on the side for a crispy, protein-rich lunch plate.
Zo maak je het
- Halve the cucumber lengthways and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
- Mix the tuna with quark, yoghurt, mustard and lemon juice until creamy.
- Stir through the spring onion and season with salt and pepper.
- Generously fill the cucumber halves with the tuna salad.
- Cut each half into manageable pieces and serve immediately.
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