Lemon Dilly Sardine Rillettes

10 min

4 servings

Looking for an easy appy that’s truly healthy? Reach for a can of sardines, a source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and bone-boosting calcium. Sustainably caught, they also have the lowest levels of mercury compared to other fish. Once doused with dill, cream cheese and lemon, any funky fishiness fades into a yummy creamy spread. Even kids who like tuna might give this a try!

Ingredients

  • 1 can (125 g) sardines, drained
  • 2.5 oz (70 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tsp Lemon Dilly Dip Mix
  • 1 tsp 3 Onion Dip Mix
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Black Pepper (Grinder), to taste

Preparation

  1. Place sardines, cream cheese and dip mixes in a large bowl.
  2. Finely grate in 1 tsp lemon peel. Cut lemon in half; squeeze in juice.
  3. Pour in oil. Using a fork, stir to combine. Taste and season with pepper.
  4. Add chives, if desired. Excellent with toasted baguette slices or crackers.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 150, Fat 12 g (Saturated 4.5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g (Fiber 0 g, Sugars 1 g), Protein 9 g.