Sardine Toast with Lemon and Parsley

Crispy garlic rubbed sourdough topped with tender sardines and a fresh lemon parsley dressing. A simple, flavorful dish with bright citrus and savory herbs.

Yield: 1 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 to 8 minutes
Special Equipment: skillet

Ingredients

• 1 tin sardines or 4 to 6 fresh sardine fillets

• 1 thick slice sourdough or crusty bread

• 1 small garlic clove, halved

• 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for cooking

• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice

• ½ tsp lemon zest

• Flaky sea salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

• Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional

Directions

1. Drizzle bread with olive oil and toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden on both sides. Rub warm toast with garlic.

2. Drain canned sardines or sear fresh fillets in olive oil for about 2 minutes per side until cooked through.

3. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, zest, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

4. Arrange sardines on toast, spoon lemon parsley dressing over the top, and serve immediately.