Sardine, chilli and lemon spaghetti Nutritional info per serving

The sardines in this pasta recipe are a great source of omega-3, and go beautifully with a hint of chilli and the tartness from the lemon.

INGREDIENTS

400g spaghetti
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
2 x 120g cans sardine fillets in oil, drained
Zest of 1 lemon
A handful toasted pine nuts
A squeeze of lemon juice
Chopped fresh flatleaf parsley

METHOD

1. Cook the spaghetti or any pasta shapes according to pack instructions, then drain and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and a little of the cooking water.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat a little oil in a frying pan and fry the chilli and garlic for 1 minute. Add the sardine fillets and the zest of 1 lemon and warm through gently.
3. Mix the sardines through the pasta with a handful toasted pine nuts, a squeeze of lemon juice and some chopped fresh flatleaf parsley. Check the seasoning and serve.

• Make sure you buy sustainably-caught sardines – check the back of the can for information and try to buy sardines that have been filleted, so you don't need to worry about bones.

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