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Quick Sardine Toast with Pickled Onions

A fast and light supper featuring flavorful sardines on crispy, toasted bread.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Mediterranean· August 24, 2026
Quick Sardine Toast with Pickled Onions
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
5 minutes
Total
15 minutes
Serves
1

Sardine toast is one of those simple meals that feels fancy without the hard work. By using olive oil packed sardines and pairing them with fresh, crunchy vegetables, you create a meal that is both healthy and deeply satisfying. It is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you want something nourishing in a hurry.

People love this dish because it relies on high quality pantry staples that you can keep on hand for months. My favorite quick tip is to make sure you use a good quality crusty bread, as it holds up perfectly under the smashed sardines and juicy toppings.

Ingredients

  • 1 tin of sardines in olive oil
  • 2 thick slices of crusty sourdough or rustic bread
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sumac
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the sliced red onions in a small bowl with the lemon juice and sumac. Toss well and let them sit for 10 minutes to quick pickle.

  2. 2

    Toast your bread slices until they are golden brown and crunchy.

  3. 3

    Open the sardine tin and drain half of the oil, then place the fish onto the toast.

  4. 4

    Use a fork to gently smash the sardines across the bread.

  5. 5

    Top the sardines with the fresh cucumber and tomato.

  6. 6

    Finish by adding the pickled red onions and a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover pickled onions in a glass jar in the fridge for up to three days. You can serve this with a side of mixed greens or extra olives to round out the meal.

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