Healthy cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, often the simpler it is, the better it tastes. In Good for You, Test Kitchen editor Rebecca Firkser shares nutritious and craveable recipes you can make with 10 ingredients or less.
Even those who are wary of sardines should try this salad. While the small fish are definitely there, offering a pleasant salty taste (not to mention protein, omega-3s, and potentially skin-improving nutrients), your taste buds won’t be overwhelmed by them. Surrounding the fish are a host of other bright flavors and textures: crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, plus a few handfuls of crunchy pita chips, and preserved lemon vinaigrette. Our favorite brands of sardines are Ortiz and Patagonia, but most supermarkets carry several options.
When it comes to preserved lemons, every jar is different and some taste more lemony or salty than others—Botanica and Mina are especially good choices. To make the sauce, you need to finely chop the whole lemon (including the peel and pith) until it becomes almost a paste; if that sounds like a chore, look for preserved lemon paste (New York Shuk would be a tasty option). As for pita chips, look no further than a bag of Stacey’s at the supermarket—this salad is ideal for warm weeknights when you don’t want to bother heating up food. But if you prefer to make your own: Tear two pitas into small pieces, toss with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt, then bake at 350° until golden.
While we hope sardine lovers will try it, you can swap it for canned tuna, mackerel or salmon if you prefer.
Read more: Are Sardines the Secret to Glowing Skin?
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