Description
A quick and flavorful sardine salad combining olive oil, lemon, fresh herbs, and capers to create a zesty and protein-packed spread perfect for sandwiches or artisan bread.
Ingredients
Sardine Salad Ingredients
- 2 cans sardines in olive oil
- Olive oil from 1 can of sardines
- 1 lemon (juice from 1 lemon)
- Lemon zest (zest 1/2 lemon, add more to taste)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped (including dark green tops)
- 1 tbsp capers
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Empty the olive oil from 1 can of sardines into a large bowl. Zest half of a lemon into the same bowl, adding more to taste if desired. Squeeze the juice from the entire lemon into the bowl to bring fresh citrus flavor.
- Mix seasonings and herbs: Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the bowl. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined. Then add the chopped green onions, including the dark green tops, the fresh dill, and the capers. Stir until evenly mixed into the olive oil mixture.
- Add sardines and combine: Gently add the sardine fillets from both cans into the seasoned olive oil mixture. Use a fork to carefully smash the sardines, blending them well with the rest of the ingredients. Spread the resulting sardine salad onto your favorite artisan bread or assemble it into a sandwich for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon rather than bottled juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust lemon zest according to your preference for tanginess.
- This salad pairs well with crusty bread or crisp crackers.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
