10/08/2026
Whoโs been seeing a lot of sardines lately? ๐ Itโs trending and what better way to explore than this Octoberโs National Pasta & Seafood Month?!
This cozy lemon sardine pasta is an easy, delicious way to work toward eating the recommended seafood twice a week.
๏ฟฝServes 4
Ingredients
โข 12 oz pasta of choice
โข 2 cans sardines in lemon olive oil (4-5 oz each)
โข 2 tbsp olive oil
โข 2 tbsp butter, melted
โข Juice of 5-6 lemons
โข 4 cloves garlic, finely diced
โข 1 tsp dried oregano
โข 2 tbsp capers, drained
โข 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
โข Optional garnish: 1 tbsp dried parsley or 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve ยฝ cup pasta water before draining.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil, butter, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir to combine.
3. Add the sardines along with a little of the lemon oil from the can. Break the sardines apart with a spoon and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
4. Stir in the capers and continue simmering for 1-2 minutes.
5. Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to help the sauce cling to the pasta.
6. Finish with Parmesan and parsley. Serve with extra Parmesan and fresh lemon wedges, if desired.
Want to learn more? Check out this monthโs Nutrition Blog and Audio feature at the link in bio under โDietitian Cornerโ ๐
And donโt forget, seafood is 5% off all October with your MyThyme Rewards!
