Joshua's Famous Sardine Salad

Delicious, versatile, and steeped in tradition, Joshua’s Famous Sardine Salad has been a staple recipe for gatherings with family, friends, and customers for over 28 years. Created by BELA’s founder, Joshua, it offers a more sustainable and flavorful alternative to the classic tuna salad. Featuring BELA Sardines and a mix of fresh, crunchy vegetables, this dish is enhanced by the richness of high-quality organic olive oil—no mayo needed! Serve it with crackers or atop bread points, and pair with Cava, Champagne, or a crisp Pilsner for the perfect celebration of sustainable seafood.

Joshua's Famous Sardine Salad

Servings: 2-4

What You'll Need:

• 1 can BELA Sardines (Plain, Lemon, or Piri Piri) 
• ½ large carrot, peeled and diced into small pieces
• 1 celery stalk, de-stringed and diced into small pieces
• ¼ red or white onion, diced 
• 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
• Fresh parsley or cilantro leaves (no stems), for garnish

What To Do:

1. Add the sardines (including all of the organic EVOO) to a mixing bowl. The high-quality olive oil enhances flavor and reduces the need for additional binders like mayo or mustard.
2. Add the diced carrot, celery, onion, or shallot, and chopped hard-boiled egg to the bowl.
3. Gently mix the ingredients with a fork, ensuring the sardines remain in small pieces (about the size of the diced vegetables). Avoid shredding the sardines.
4. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro leaves.
5. Serve in a bowl with crackers, or as a topping for open-faced bread points.

Serving Suggestions: 

• Pair with Cava, Champagne, or a Pilsner for an ideal match.