
Irish Smoked Mackerel and Apple Salad with Horseradish Dressing
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About this recipe
Flaky smoked mackerel, sweet-sharp apple and peppery watercress meet a creamy horseradish dressing. Light yet filling, this salad is perfect for lunch or a simple supper. Naturally gluten-free and packed with omega-3.
Prep
15m
Cook
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Serves
Rating
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Ingredients
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300 g peppered smoked mackerel fillets — skin removed, flaked
2 piece crisp eating apples — cored and thinly sliced
100 g watercress — rinsed
300 g cooked new potatoes — halved if large
3 tbsp crème fraîche
1 tbsp creamed horseradish sauce — certified gluten-free
0.5 piece lemon — juice only
2 tbsp fresh dill — chopped
1 pinch ground black pepper
Tools
- · small bowl
- · whisk
- · serving platter or individual plates
- · sharp knife
- · chopping board
Instructions
Step by step
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the crème fraîche, horseradish sauce, lemon juice and half the dill. Season with black pepper.
- 2
Arrange the watercress on a large serving platter or divide among four plates.
- 3
Scatter over the halved new potatoes, apple slices and flaked mackerel.
- 4
Drizzle the horseradish dressing over the top and finish with the remaining dill.
- 5
Serve immediately, offering extra lemon wedges on the side if desired.
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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