Mediterranean Tinned Sardine Salad

Detailed Steps

1. Prepare the ingredients: Drain the sardines, reserving the olive oil if possible. Break the sardines into bite-sized chunks for easy eating.
2. Prepare the salad base: In a large mixing bowl, add the mixed greens. Choose a combination of rocket, spinach, and romaine for a good balance of flavour and texture.
3. Add the vegetables: Toss in the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Make sure all vegetables are fresh for the best taste.
4. Incorporate the sardines: Gently place the sardine chunks on top of the salad. Try not to break them further as you add them to maintain texture.
5. Add the cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad for a creamy, salty addition that complements the sardines.
6. Make the lemon vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil (use the reserved oil from the sardine tin if available), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to your taste.
7. Dress the salad: Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette evenly over the salad. Be generous but mindful not to drench it, allowing each element's flavours to shine.
8. Serve immediately: Once dressed, serve the salad immediately to prevent the greens from wilting. Enjoy the bright, bold flavours of your Mediterranean-inspired dish!