If you are looking for a quick and easy meal option that is packed with flavor and nutrients, then a spinach and sardine sandwich is the perfect choice for you. This sandwich combines the delicious taste of sardines with the vibrant flavors of spinach, creating a meal that is not only delicious but also highly nutritious. Made with simple ingredients that you can easily find in your local grocery store, this versatile sandwich can be customized to suit your personal preferences, making it a perfect option for lunch, dinner, or even a midnight snack.
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SPINACH AND SARDINE SANDWICH
Whenever I fly, I like to go armed with lunch, as the food in airports tends to be both appalling and expensive. Lately I've hitting the road with sandwiches that combine produce with canned fish, like sardines, herring, trout or smoked salmon - all of them high in omega-3 fatty acids, packed with protein and delicious. In some of this week's sandwiches, I used small whole-wheat English muffins that were lightly toasted. The muffins won't fall apart, even with a juicy filling like Greek salad, and I like the size. This is inspired by the classic Mediterranean combination of sardines and spinach. I like to use lightly smoked sardines in olive oil for it.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories lunch, quick, weekday, sandwiches, main course
Time 10m
Yield One serving
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, and add the garlic. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the spinach. Turn up the heat, and wilt the spinach in the water left on the leaves after washing. Season with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat. Drain and press out excess water.
- Lightly toast the English muffin. Spread a little mustard if desired over the bottom half and top with the spinach. Lay the sardine fillets over the spinach, and douse with a little lemon juice. If you have a nice ripe in season tomato, lay over the sardines. Spread the top half of the English muffin with mayonnaise, and top the sandwich. Press down and cut in half, or wrap and refrigerate until ready to eat.
SARDINE SALAD SANDWICH
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the sardines, celery, red onion, mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Mash well with a fork.
- Sandwich the sardine salad between the bread slices along with the lettuce, tomato, cucumber and sprouts.
SPINACH, SARDINE AND RICE GRATIN
Sometimes a can of sardines comes in very handy and this dish is a great way to work more high-omega 3 fish into your diet. It is a classic Provençal gratin, traditionally made with fresh sardines but just as good made with the skinless, boneless olive-oil packed sardines I buy at Trader Joe's. You are getting lots of calcium, Omega-3 fatty acids and iron from both the sardines and the spinach.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, main course
Time 45m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Oil a 1 1/2 to 2-quart gratin or baking dish. Remove the sardines from the oil and separate them into fillets. Set the oil aside.
- Wilt the spinach either by steaming or blanching. To blanch bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt generously and add the spinach. Blanch for no more than 20 seconds (do this in batches). Transfer to a bowl of cold water, drain and squeeze out excess water. If you prefer, you can wilt the spinach by steaming for about 1 minute over an inch of boiling water. Chop medium-fine.
- Heat the olive oil (not the oil from the sardines) in the skillet over medium heat and add the onion and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Add a generous pinch of salt, stir in the garlic and thyme and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute, then add the chopped wilted spinach, flour, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir together for 1 minute, until everything is blended. Add the milk and cooked rice and stir together for about 1 minute, until you no longer see liquid in the pan. Remove from the heat. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- Spread half the rice and spinach in the bottom of the baking dish. Top with the sardine fillets in one layer. Drizzle a tablespoon of the oil from the cans over the sardines, then top with the remaining rice and spinach in an even layer. Sprinkle on the breadcrumbs and drizzle on another tablespoon of the oil from the sardine cans. Place in the oven and bake 15 minutes, until sizzling. Serve hot or warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 373, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 835 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
Tips:
- Choose fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sandwich. Look for spinach that is deep green and crisp, and sardines that are firm and oily.
- Don't overcook the sardines. They should be cooked just until they are opaque and flaky. Overcooked sardines will be tough and dry.
- Use a good quality bread. A sturdy bread will hold up to the filling without getting soggy. A baguette or ciabatta are good choices.
- Don't be afraid to add your own personal touches. You can add other ingredients to your sandwich, such as diced tomatoes, onions, or capers. You can also use a different type of bread, such as rye or whole wheat.
Conclusion:
A spinach and sardine sandwich is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy these two nutritious ingredients. It's a great lunch or dinner option, and it's also easy to make. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sandwich a try. You won't be disappointed.
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