Rillettes de Sardines
Rillettes de Sardines is a delightful, rustic spread made from tender sardines, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. Perfect for a light lunch, it's both satisfying and easy to make, served best on crusty bread or crackers.

15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
French
250 kcal
Ingredients
- Canned sardines in olive oil - 200 grams
- Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
- Fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Capers - 1 tablespoon, drained and chopped
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Garlic - 1 clove, minced
- Black pepper - to taste
- Sea salt - to taste
- Olive oil - 1 teaspoon (optional for creaminess)
- Crusty bread or crackers - for serving
Steps
- Drain the sardines and place them in a mixing bowl, mashing them with a fork until flaky.
- Add Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped capers, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to the sardines.
- Mix thoroughly until well combined, adjusting the texture with a teaspoon of olive oil if desired.
- Season with black pepper and sea salt to taste.
- Transfer the rillettes to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 20 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
- Total Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which promote heart health.
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
Tags
FrenchDairy-FreeLunch