Recipe du Jour - Greek Salad with Sardines

May is Mediterranean Diet Month. This recipe personifies Mediterranean cuisine.

Please note that you can replace any ingredient in this recipe if you are intolerant or allergic.

3 T. lemon juice
2 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 cove garlic, minced
2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
3 medium tomatoes, cut into large chunks
1 15 oz. can chickpeas, rinsed
1/3 c. crumbled feta cheese
2 T. sliced kalamata olives
2 4 oz. cans sardines with bones, packed in olive oil or water, drained

Directions: whisk lemon juice, oil, garlic, oregano and pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Add tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, feta, onion, and olives; gently toss to combine. Divide the salad among 4 plates and top with sardines. SERVES 2