Spinach and Sardine Sandwich Recipe

Name: Spinach and Sardine Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 2 ounces baby spinach 2 cups tightly packed, rinsed; Salt; freshly ground pepper; 1 small (3 1/2-inch) whole-wheat English muffin, lightly toasted; Dijon mustard (optional); 2 canned sardines, preferably lightly smoked in olive oil about 2 ounces, filleted; 1 small tomato, sliced optional; Lemon juice; About 1 teaspoon mayonnaise

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 ounces baby spinach 2 cups tightly packed, rinsed
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 small (3 1/2-inch) whole-wheat English muffin, lightly toasted
Dijon mustard (optional)
2 canned sardines, preferably lightly smoked in olive oil about 2 ounces, filleted
1 small tomato, sliced optional
Lemon juice
About 1 teaspoon mayonnaise

1
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, and add the garlic.
2
Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3
Add the spinach.
4
Turn up the heat, and wilt the spinach in the water left on the leaves after washing.
5
Season with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
6
Drain and press out excess water.
7
Lightly toast the English muffin.
8
Spread a little mustard if desired over the bottom half and top with the spinach.
9
Lay the sardine fillets over the spinach, and douse with a little lemon juice.
10
If you have a nice ripe in season tomato, lay over the sardines.
11
Spread the top half of the English muffin with mayonnaise, and top the sandwich.
12
Press down and cut in half, or wrap and refrigerate until ready to eat.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 small garlic clove, minced, 2 ounces baby spinach 2 cups tightly packed, rinsed, Salt, and more.

Yes, Spinach and Sardine Sandwich falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spinach and Sardine Sandwich

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