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Sardine Olive Tapas Bites

Sardine Olive Tapas Bites: Quick Keto Delight for All Occasions

Sardine Olive Tapas Bites are a delightful, low-carb appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sardine Mixture
  • 1 can Sardines 4.5 ounces, skinless preferred
  • 1/4 cup Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can substitute fresh minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Olive Addition
  • 1/2 cup Green Olives pitted and chopped
For the Freshness
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh
For Serving
  • 1 small Cucumber sliced into rounds

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • fork
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain the Sardines: Open the can of sardines and drain off the olive oil, pressing gently to remove excess oil.
  2. Chop the Olives: Chop the green olives into small pieces for even mixing.
  3. Mix the Ingredients: Combine sardines, olives, cream cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a bowl and mix until smooth.
  4. Assemble the Tapas Bites: Slice cucumber and top each slice with sardine mixture, distributing evenly.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle parsley over each cucumber slice, serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to mix easily. You can chill for better flavor enhancement.

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