Tuna or Sardine and Olive Paste
Transform simple pantry staples into an irresistible appetizer with this flavorful Tuna or Sardine and Olive Paste. Featuring briny canned tuna or sardines, zesty pitted olives, and aromatic garlic blended to perfection with fresh parsley, bright lemon juice, and rich extra virgin olive oil, this recipe is a harmonious balance of bold and savory flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this creamy and versatile spread is perfect for serving with crusty baguette slices, crunchy crackers, or crisp vegetable sticks. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or seeking an easy snack, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a quick, healthy, and utterly satisfying crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 g Tuna or sardines (canned, drained)
- 50 g Pitted green or black olives
- 1 clove Garlic
- 5 g Fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- tsp Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
1. In a food processor or blender, add the drained tuna or sardines, pitted olives, garlic clove, and fresh parsley.
2. Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and drizzle in the olive oil.
3. Add black pepper and a pinch of salt, if desired. Remember that both the fish and olives are naturally salty, so taste before adding salt.
4. Blend the mixture until smooth but slightly textured. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything is evenly combined.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more lemon juice or olive oil to reach your preferred consistency.
6. Transfer the paste to a small serving dish and serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or vegetable sticks. Alternatively, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 2880 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 372 mg | 8% | |
*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.
