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Sardine dip in a small gray bowl with crackers

Sardine Dip

5 from 1 vote
Elevate snack time with this sardine dip served over hummus, finished with lemon, herbs, and pine nuts for a bold bite rich in flavor
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Course: Appetizers, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: easy snacks, Sardines
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 232kcal

Ingredients

Air Fryer Sardine Dip

  • 2 cans sardines (in olive oil)
  • 1-2 tbsp Olive oil I used the olive oil from the sardine cans (about 1 1/2 cans’ worth, or just enough to moisten)
  • 3 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard heaping
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

For Serving

  • 4-5 tbsp jalapeño hummus (about 1/4–1/3 cup)
  • juice of 1 lemon (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tbsp pine nuts
  • fresh parsley chopped (for topping)

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sardines, chopped garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, Dijon, sea salt, and enough of the sardine olive oil to fully moisten the mixture (wet and glossy, not soupy).
    2 cans sardines, 1-2 tbsp Olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • Spoon the mixture into an air-fryer-safe dish or ramekin. Air fry at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, or until sizzling and lightly browned on top.
  • Spread jalapeño hummus onto a plate or shallow bowl.
    4-5 tbsp jalapeño hummus
  • Spoon the hot sardine dip over the hummus. Top with pine nuts, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use sardines packed in olive oil for the best flavor and moisture.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste depending on how tangy you like it.
  • Lightly mash sardines for a dip texture or keep chunky if preferred.
  • Toast pine nuts for deeper flavor if you have time.
  • Add extra smoked paprika on top for color before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4servings | Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 388mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 959IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 275mg | Iron: 3mg