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Best Sardine On Toast Ideas

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Best Sardine on Toast Ideas made with crispy sourdough, buttery garlic rub, juicy tomatoes, and flavorful sardines. This quick Mediterranean inspired lunch is packed with protein and ready in minutes.

Ingredients

4 slices thick sourdough bread

1 garlic clove, cut in half

Softened butter, as required

1 large ripe tomato, thinly sliced

1 can sardines (67 ounces), deboned if desired

¼ small sweet or red onion, finely sliced

Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Fresh lemon juice, to taste

Flaky sea salt, to taste

Coarsely ground black pepper

Fresh basil leaves, ripped (optional)

Instructions

Toast the Bread: Toast the sourdough slices until golden brown and crisp on the edges but still slightly tender in the center.

Garlic Rub: While warm, rub the cut side of the garlic clove lightly over each slice for subtle flavor.

Butter Base: Spread a thin layer of softened butter over each slice.

Layer the Tomato: Arrange thin tomato slices evenly over the toast. Lightly season with flaky sea salt and black pepper.

Add Sardines: Place sardines on top of the tomatoes, gently breaking them into large chunks if desired.

Top with Onion: Scatter thinly sliced red or sweet onion over the sardines.

Finish & Serve: Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Garnish with fresh basil if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra heat, add red pepper flakes.

Swap butter for mashed avocado for a dairy-free version.

Use smoked sardines for a deeper flavor profile.

Add capers or olives for a briny Mediterranean twist.

Best enjoyed immediately while the toast remains crisp.