
British Smoked Mackerel and Cucumber Wholemeal Sandwiches
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About this recipe
Smoky mackerel meets cool cucumber and a zingy horseradish mayo in these quick wholemeal sandwiches—ideal for packed lunches or a light weekend meal.
Prep
10m
Cook
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Serves
Rating
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Ingredients
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200 g smoked mackerel fillets — skinned and flaked
100 g cucumber — thinly sliced
3 tbsp dairy-free mayonnaise
1 tsp creamed horseradish — check label for dairy
1 tsp lemon juice
0.25 tsp black pepper — freshly ground
8 piece wholemeal bread — slices
40 g mixed salad leaves
Tools
- · Mixing bowl
- · Spoon
- · Bread knife
Instructions
Step by step
- 1
In a bowl, mix the dairy-free mayonnaise, horseradish and lemon juice; season with black pepper.
- 2
Gently fold the flaked mackerel into the mayo mixture.
- 3
Lay out 4 slices of bread and divide the salad leaves among them.
- 4
Spoon the mackerel mixture over the leaves, then top with cucumber slices.
- 5
Place the remaining bread slices on top, press gently, and slice each sandwich in half.
- 6
Serve immediately or wrap tightly for a lunchbox.
Per serving
serves 4AI estimate only — not medical advice. Figures are approximations based on standard ingredient data and may vary by brand, portion size and preparation. Always double-check if cooking for allergies, diabetes, or strict dietary needs.
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