Ingredients

10 ounces sardines in oil , drained
1 red onion
2 red ripe tomatoes
1/2 lemon , juice of , only
1 teaspoon cumin seed , toasted
1 tablespoon parsley , chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove , halved
4 ounces feta cheese
sliced French bread , toasted
Portuguese-Style Sardines on Toast is a traditional Portuguese breakfast or brunch dish that is easy to put together. It's a great way to use canned sardines in oil, and the combination of flavors in this dish works really well. The onions and tomatoes provide a sweet and tangy contrast to the salty sardines, while the feta cheese adds a creamy finishing touch. This is a dish that is sure to impress your guests as a tasty and healthy option.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.In a pirex that has been coated with olive oil, place the tomatoes and cover them with the sliced onions.
3.Place the sardines on top of the onions and tomatoes, and pour the oil that was drained into a bowl.
4.Add the lemon juice, toasted cumin seeds, garlic cloves and parsley to the bowl, and mix everything together well.
5.Pour the mixture over the sardines, onions and tomatoes in the pirex.
6.Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes.
7.Sprinkle the feta cheese on top of the sardines, onions and tomatoes.
8.Serve hot on slices of toasted French bread.

PROS

Sardines are a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, selenium and protein.

This dish is easy to prepare and makes a tasty breakfast or brunch option.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for those who don’t like seafood or the taste of sardines.

Sardines may contain small bones that are not pleasant to eat if not removed beforehand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sardines are low in mercury and high in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
They are a good source of vitamin B12, which is important for the nervous system, and selenium, which supports thyroid function.

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