Mediterranean Sardine Salad
Elevate your canned sardines with this refreshing Mediterranean salad. Bursting with flavors of lemon, herbs, and fresh vegetables, this dish is the perfect balance of light and satisfying. The sardines add a rich, umami element, while the colorful ingredients create a feast for the eyes. Enjoy it as a light lunch or a delicious appetizer at your next gathering.
ingredients
- 1 can of sardines in olive oil
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Drain the sardines and set aside.
- 2.
In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint.
- 3.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 4.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- 5.
Divide the salad into two plates and top each with half of the sardines.
- 6.
Serve immediately and enjoy the taste of the Mediterranean!
