Mediterranean-style board with lemon herb flavored fish, fresh vegetables, artisanal bread, and vibrant garnishes served fresh.
# What You Need:
→ Tinned Fish
01 - 2 tins high-quality sardines in olive oil
02 - 2 tins smoked mackerel fillets
03 - 2 tins tuna in olive oil
→ Lemon Herb Dressing
04 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
10 - 1 garlic clove, minced
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Vegetables & Accents
12 - 1 English cucumber, sliced
13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained
15 - 1 cup olives (green and/or Kalamata)
16 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
17 - ½ cup roasted red peppers, sliced
→ Bread & Crackers
18 - 1 baguette, sliced, or rustic sourdough
19 - 1 box artisanal crackers
→ Garnishes
20 - Lemon wedges
21 - Fresh herb sprigs (parsley, dill, thyme)
# Steps:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, dill, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
02 - Open the tins of sardines, mackerel, and tuna, carefully draining excess oil while reserving a little for flavor, then arrange the fish on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Generously drizzle the lemon herb dressing over the arranged tinned fish.
04 - Arrange cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, marinated artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, and roasted red peppers around the fish on the board.
05 - Fill open spaces on the board with sliced baguette and artisanal crackers.
06 - Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herb sprigs to enhance both flavor and presentation, then serve immediately.
