Creamy Smoked Mackerel Pate
Mackerel is a good source of protein and is high in omega three. Serve with vegetable sticks to count towards your five a day.
Ingredients
- 200 g smoked peppered mackerel
- 50g light cream cheese
- 1 tbsp natural yogurt
- Zest and juice of half a lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped herbs (such as parsley or chives)
- 1 tbsp olive oil and extra for drizzling.
- 1 heaped tsp creamed horseradish
- 1 spring onion (green part)
Method
- Roughly chop the spring onion and peel the skin from the mackerel.
- Use the small side of a grater to remove the zest from the lemon and add it, and the rest of the ingredients to a food processor, squeezing in the lemon juice last. Turn the processor on and mix for 3-4 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Place in a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil before serving.
- Serve with crusty bread or vegetable sticks.
Tasty alternatives
Add a few capers.
Use a Greek yogurt for an extra creamy taste