Creamy Smoked Mackerel & Cucumber Salad

Shopping list

• 240 g smoked mackerel fillets (skin removed) — flaked

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• 1 piece cucumber — diced

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• 3 tbsp crème fraîche

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• 2 tbsp fresh dill — chopped

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• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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• 1 pinch black pepper — to taste

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• 50 g rocket leaves — to serve

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Step by step

1. 1

   Flake the smoked mackerel fillets into bite-sized pieces, checking for any remaining bones.

2. 2

   Dice the cucumber into small cubes and pat dry with kitchen paper.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, combine the crème fraîche, lemon juice and chopped dill.

4. 4

   Fold in the mackerel and cucumber until evenly coated.

5. 5

   Season with black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Serve over a bed of rocket, or spoon onto toast or crackers.