Episode 07 Sardine Ceviche Salad

Eating My Skincare · Episode 07

Sardine Ceviche Salad

Prep time15 minutes
Serves2
Key ingredientSardines, chickpeas
Skin benefitFiber, omega-3, glow
Omega-3High fiberNo-cookGut-skin axis
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A note from me - Alessa

Packed with fiber and skin glow, this one came together as a no-cook, no-fuss salad I make when I want something quick that's still doing real work for my skin.

Tinned sardines are underrated. They're one of the easiest ways to get omega-3s without any real effort, and paired with chickpeas for fiber, this ends up being way more filling than it looks.

I often make it without the fish and swap the lime for lemon, it works just as well as a side, in a pita, or as a snack on its own.

The skincare science Why this recipe works for your skin

Sardines

Omega-3 fatty acids

One of the easiest ways to get omega-3s, which strengthen your skin barrier and help lock in moisture.

Chickpeas

Fiber

Fiber supports gut health, and a healthy gut shows up directly in clearer, calmer skin.

Avocado

Vitamin E

A source of healthy fats and Vitamin E, which helps protect skin from everyday environmental damage.

Ingredients

What you'll need

The salad

Tinned sardines@fishwife, or swap for other tinned fish
1 tin
Cucumber
1
Cherry tomatoes
1 basket
Red onion
1/4
Chickpeas
1 can
Jalapeño
1/2
Cilantro
handful
Avocado
1
Lime
1
Salt & pepper
to taste
Method

How to make it

01

Dice the vegetables

Dice cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and jalapeños into a bowl.

Remove the cucumber seeds so the salad stays crunchy for longer.

02

Prep the chickpeas

Drain and rinse the chickpeas, pat dry with a paper towel, and add to the bowl.

03

Add the sardines

Add the tinned sardines.

Remove most of the oil from the fish, but save a bit to use in the dressing.

04

Add cilantro and avocado

Add cilantro and diced avocado to the salad.

05

Season

Add a dash of salt and pepper to taste.

06

Finish and serve

Squeeze lime over the salad and enjoy.

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