sardines with sun dried tomato and capers

Meal Type Special Diets

Home

/ Recipe / Brealfast

Sardines with Sun-Dried Tomato and Capers

No cooking involved. This recipe is for busy people looking for an easy recipe; great for fish lovers, even those a bit skeptical of sardines. This recipe will become a staple in your diet. The ingredients really balance out the fishy flavor, and turn a can of sardines into a tasty, gourmet meal on-the-go. Pair with quinoa and a side of spinach (preferably sauteed in olive oil with lemon) for a complete lunch or dinner. This meal provides energy, focus, and saves you time and money.

INGREDIENTS

1 (3.75 ounce) can sardines packed in olive oil, drained (such as King Oscar®)
½ fresh lemon
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon capers

INSTRUCTIONS

Place the sardines on a small plate. Squeeze the lemon half over the sardines; season with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes. Scatter the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and capers over the mixture.