Sardine Pate or Sandwich Spread
Transform your snack game with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Sardine Pate or Sandwich Spread! This quick and easy recipe combines canned sardines, tangy cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard for a savory blend that’s both rich and refreshing. Accentuated with bursts of briny capers, aromatic garlic, and vibrant parsley, this spread comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect appetizer or light meal. Whether smeared onto crusty bread, dolloped on crackers, or paired with fresh veggies, this versatile pate delivers a nutritious punch of Omega-3s and protein. Ideal for any occasion, it’s a delicious way to elevate your snack table while adding a gourmet twist to your everyday sandwich!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (3.75 oz each) canned sardines in olive oil
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small, minced garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon, drained capers
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain the sardines, retaining a teaspoon of the olive oil from the cans.
Place the sardines in a medium-sized mixing bowl and mash them with a fork until they form a paste-like consistency.
Add the cream cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to the bowl. Mix well until smooth and fully incorporated.
Stir in the capers, chopped parsley, retained olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or container, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a spread for sandwiches, on crackers, or as a dip with fresh vegetables like cucumber slices or celery sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.6 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.5 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 1869 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.3 mcg | 51% | |
| Calcium | 946 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1111 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
