Flavorful smoked mackerel (a nice change from tuna) stars in an effortless combination of crisp, refreshing ingredients that require no cooking.
Recipe information
Total Time
20 min
Yield
Makes 4 (main course) or 8 (first course) servings
Ingredients
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 ounces smoked mackerel
3 celery ribs, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
1 Granny Smith apple, cored, then cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 pound arugula, trimmed and coarsely chopped (6 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
Preparation
Step 1
Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, and pepper in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved.
Step 2
Pat mackerel dry and break into large pieces, discarding skin. Stir into dressing along with celery and apple.
Step 3
Toss arugula with oil and a pinch of salt in another large bowl.
Step 4
Divide arugula among plates, then spoon mackerel salad on top.
