NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz fresh sardines

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic

0.25 cup fresh parsley

1 tsp lemon zest

1 tbsp lemon juice

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 cup cooked quinoa

1 cup green beans

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, finely chopped parsley, lemon zest, and half of the lemon juice to create the fresh gremolata.

• 2

  Pat the butterflied sardines dry with a paper towel and season both sides evenly with sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering.

• 4

  Carefully place the sardines in the skillet, skin-side down, and sear for 2-3 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.

• 5

  Using a thin spatula, flip the sardines and cook for just 60 seconds more until the flesh is opaque and tender.

• 6

  Steam the green beans for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.

• 7

  Plate the warm quinoa and steamed green beans, then arrange the seared sardines on top.

• 8

  Finish the dish by spooning the lemon-herb gremolata over the fish and drizzling with the remaining lemon juice.