Best 3 Lemon Herb Sardine Salad Recipes

Lemon herb sardine salad is a delicious, budget-friendly, and nutritious dish for any occasion. Packed with nutrients and flavor, this salad combines the zesty taste of lemon with a vibrant herb blend and tender, flaky sardines. Whether as a light lunch, a summer party side dish, or even a main course, lemon herb sardine salad is a culinary delight and a healthier alternative to traditional salads. Furthermore, its versatility allows for customization, making it a crowd-pleaser. So, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a delectable lemon herb sardine salad.

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LEMON-HERB SARDINE SALAD

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Get your dose of healthy oils with this lemony sardine mix over lettuce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon rinsed capers
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
2 finely diced stalks celery
Two 4.4-oz cans olive-oil-packed (drained) sardines
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
Lettuce, for serving

Steps:

Combine oil, lemon zest and juice, mustard, capers, parsley, tarragon, and celery in a bowl.
Gently fold in sardines and season with salt and pepper. Serve on lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 g, Fat 28 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1004 g

GRILLED MONTEREY SARDINES WITH LEMON AND HERBS

Grilled Monterey Sardines with Lemon and Herbs image

Provided by Romney Steele

Categories Herb Appetizer Low Cal Backyard BBQ Dinner Lemon Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Lemon Juice Sardine Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

18 fresh sardines, gutted, cleaned, scaled, patted dry
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pitted brine-cured green olives
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
Olive oil (for brushing)
Lemon wedges (for garnish)

Steps:

Place sardines in 11 x 7 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle fish with 1 teaspoon coarse salt. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Combine cilantro, parsley, and lemon peel in small bowl. Mix olives and onion in another small bowl. Brush sardines lightly with oil. Sprinkle half of herb mixture over sardines; turn to coat. Grill sardines until just opaque in center, 1 to 2 minutes per side, depending on size.
Arrange sardines on platter. Sprinkle with olive mixture, then remaining herb mixture. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with lemon wedges.

SARDINE SALAD

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For a vivid take on lunchtime tuna salad, use oil-rich sardines and skip the mayonnaise. Emulsifying the deeply seasoned oil from the sardine tin with lemon juice and mustard makes the salad creamy like mayonnaise does but with flavors that are more intense and pronounced. Add any of the sharp, crunchy, fresh pops you like in your tuna or whitefish salad, such as capers, cornichons, pickled peppers or herbs, and eat this sardine salad over greens, on a bagel or English muffin, or between two slices of toast.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weeknight, salads and dressings, seafood, appetizer, main course

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings (about 2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion or shallot (about 1/4 small red onion or 1/2 small shallot)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 large lemon), plus more as needed
Kosher salt
2 tins sardines packed in olive oil (about 4 ounces each)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 large celery stalk, finely chopped
Black pepper
2 tablespoons capers or chopped pepperoncini or cornichons (optional)
1/4 cup dill or parsley leaves and tender stems (optional), chopped

Steps:

In a medium bowl, stir together the red onion, lemon zest, lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Let sit about 5 minutes to mellow the onion's sting.
Add the sardines and their oil, along with the mustard. Use a fork to mash the sardines and vigorously stir until the mixture is creamy. Add the celery, a few grinds of pepper, and capers or herbs, or a combination, if using. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper and lemon juice. (Sardine salad will keep, refrigerated, for 3 days.)

Tips for Making Lemon Herb Sardine Salad

- To make the salad more flavorful, use high-quality canned sardines packed in olive oil. - To add a bit of extra acidity and brightness, use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled lemon juice. - If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use less, as dried herbs are more concentrated than fresh herbs. - For a heartier salad, add some cooked quinoa, rice, or pasta to the mix. - If you're serving the salad as a main course, pair it with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion

This lemon herb sardine salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy sardines. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!