Sardine Lemon Pasta

This sardine lemon pasta is a fast pantry dinner made with canned sardines, pasta, garlic, lemon, and simple seasoning. It tastes fresh and savoury but uses very affordable ingredients. The sardines add protein and richness, while lemon and parsley keep the dish bright enough for a quick weeknight meal.

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Sardine Lemon Pasta

Cooking Method: Skillet, Stovetop Cuisine: Budget Friendly, Mediterranean Inspired, Pantry Meals Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: B Budget Meal P Pantry Pasta Q Quick Dinner S Sardines

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 20 mins

Cooking Temp: 180  C Servings: 2 Estimated Cost: $ 4 Calories: 420

Best Season: All Seasons

Dietary:

H High Protein P Pantry Meals P Pescatarian

Description

A simple cupboard pasta made with canned sardines, lemon, garlic, and herbs.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 200g spaghetti or pasta
• 1 can sardines in oil
• 1 tbsp olive oil if needed
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 lemon zested and juiced
• ¹⁄₂ tsp chilli flakes optional
• 2 tbsp parsley chopped
• 2 tbsp breadcrumbs optional
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta in salted water until tender.
2. Reserve half a cup of pasta water then drain the pasta.
3. Heat the sardine oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the garlic and chilli flakes and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the sardines and gently break them into the oil.
6. Stir in the lemon zest lemon juice and a splash of pasta water.
7. Add the cooked pasta and toss until coated.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Sprinkle with parsley and breadcrumbs if using.
10. Serve immediately with extra lemon if desired..

Note

Use sardines in olive oil for the best flavour. If you prefer a milder taste, use tuna instead.

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