Whole30 Mediterranean Sardine Salad
Bright, fresh, and absolutely bursting with flavor, this Whole30 Mediterranean Sardine Salad is the perfect option for a quick, hearty, and nutrient-packed meal. Anchored by tender sardines in olive oil, this salad comes alive with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and tangy kalamata olives. A zesty homemade lemon-garlic dressing ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a delightful herbal touch. With just 15 minutes of prep time and absolutely no cooking required, this gluten-free, paleo-friendly dish is a standout choice for busy weeknights or satisfying lunches. Perfect for Whole30 enthusiasts and Mediterranean food lovers alike, this recipe offers a balanced blend of protein, healthy fats, and vibrant veggies in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (4.4 oz each) canned sardines in olive oil
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 small red onion
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh parsley
- 1 large lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Open the canned sardines and drain the excess oil. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, place the mixed greens.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in halves and add them to the salad bowl.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.
Pit and slice the kalamata olives, then add them to the salad.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the other ingredients in the bowl.
Juice the lemon and pour it into a small bowl.
Mince the garlic clove and add it to the lemon juice.
Whisk in the extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the lemon and garlic to make a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
Top the salad with the drained sardines.
Serve immediately as a wholesome Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.0 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1906 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.9 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 616 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1243 mg | 26% | |
*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.
