Croatian Anchovy Salad

Brighten up your table with the bold, briny flavors of Croatian Anchovy Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that delivers freshness in every bite. This no-cook recipe combines tender, oil-cured anchovy fillets with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a touch of zesty red onion, all tossed in a light dressing of extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. Fresh parsley adds a fragrant, herbaceous note, while optional Kalamata olives provide a savory boost. Simple yet sophisticated, this 15-minute salad is perfect as a flavorful appetizer, a light summertime side dish, or even a refreshing main course for seafood lovers. Don’t forget the lemon wedges for garnish—they brighten the flavors and complete this irresistible coastal classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Anchovy fillets (canned or jarred in oil, drained)
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 8 pieces Kalamata olives (optional)
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the vegetables: Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion. Roughly chop the fresh parsley.

Step 2

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.

Step 3

3. Add the anchovy fillets to the bowl. You can leave them whole for visual appeal or cut them into smaller pieces depending on your preference.

Step 4

4. Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad mixture.

Step 5

5. Sprinkle the salad with freshly ground black pepper and a touch of salt. Be cautious with the salt since anchovies are naturally salty.

Step 6

6. Gently toss the salad to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.

Step 7

7. If using Kalamata olives, scatter them over the top of the salad for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 8

8. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates. Garnish each portion with a lemon wedge for a pop of freshness.

Step 9

9. Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish, enjoying the vibrant Mediterranean flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(844.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1040.8

Total Fat 73.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 120.0mg	0%
Sodium 9351.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 65.1g	0%

Vitamin D 960.0IU	0%
Calcium 350.2mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1601.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 11.4%