Recipe

Sardine Cilantro Spread

Accompanying article: Osteoporosis

This full-flavored spread is great on a sandwich, as a spread for crackers or on celery, or substituted for tuna for a sardine salad. The whole portion provides a whopping 78 percent of your daily calcium needs.

1 can (about 4 3/8 ounces) sardines, with skin and bones, preferably water-packed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 minced scallion
1/4teaspoon sea salt
1/4cup chopped fresh cilantro
freshly ground black pepper

Drain the water from the sardines. Place sardines in a small bowl and break up with a fork. Add and mix in remaining ingredients.

May you be well nourished,

Rebecca Wood