Best Lemon Herb Sardine Salad Recipes

Sardine Salad image

Provided by Ali Slagle

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings (about 2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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.)

Grilled Monterey Sardines with Lemon and Herbs image

Provided by Romney Steele

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

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.

Macaroni Salad With Lemon and Herbs image

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Time 25m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup minced bread-and-butter pickles
2 large stalks celery, peeled and finely chopped
4 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk (see Tip)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, plus small sprigs for garnish
1/4 cup drained jarred capers, chopped, plus 3 tablespoons caper brine
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest and 4 teaspoons juice (from 1 large lemon)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
16 ounces elbow macaroni

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high.
While the water comes to a boil, prepare your dressing: In a large bowl, stir together pickles, celery, scallions, mayonnaise, buttermilk, parsley, dill, capers and brine, mustard, lemon zest and juice, and sugar. Season with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.
Cook the macaroni in the boiling water until al dente, about 6 minutes; drain well and let cool for a few minutes.
Once cooled, toss macaroni with dressing, season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate until chilled. Top with extra scallions, parsley and dill to garnish just before serving.