Sardines may be small, but they’re a nutritional powerhouse!
Here are 5 health benefits of sardines:
• Heart health: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids that help support healthy cholesterol levels
• High-quality protein: Helps keep you full and supports muscle health
• Bone strength: Packed with calcium and vitamin D (especially when you eat the bones)
• Brain support: Omega-3s play a key role in brain and cognitive health
• Sustainability: One of the most sustainable seafood choices out there
Easy to enjoy in salads, on toast, or straight from the tin.
Fish dip is one of those recipes that may surprise you. Made with sardines, this dip is briny and bright with lemon and sumac. It takes only minutes to put together for a quick and super-healthy lunch or snack!
Sardine Dip Recipe:
▢1 4.5-ounce can olive oil-packed sardines
▢1 lemon, zested and juiced
▢1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
▢1/2 teaspoon sumac
▢1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
▢Kosher salt
▢Freshly-ground black pepper
▢1 small shallot, finely chopped
▢1 small carrot, grated
▢2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, cilantro, or mint
▢Extra virgin olive oil (optional)
▢Pita chips, to serve