Tinned Fish Picnic Board (Printer version)

Colorful picnic board with tinned fish, fresh veggies, breads, and flavorful garnishes ready to share.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tinned Fish

01 - 1 can (4.2 oz) sardines in olive oil
02 - 1 can (4.2 oz) smoked mussels
03 - 1 can (4.2 oz) mackerel fillets
04 - 1 can (3.5 oz) anchovies in oil

→ Fresh Accompaniments

05 - 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 cucumber, sliced
07 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
09 - 1 small bunch fresh dill or parsley

→ Breads & Crackers

10 - 1 baguette, sliced
11 - 5.3 oz artisanal crackers

→ Condiments & Extras

12 - 2 oz unsalted butter (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp capers, drained
14 - 6 cornichons or bread & butter pickles
15 - Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper

→ Garnishes

16 - Olive oil for drizzling
17 - Chili flakes (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Open all tins and drain excess oil if preferred, reserving some oil for drizzling.
02 - Place each type of tinned fish separately on a large wooden board or platter, using small bowls if desired.
03 - Surround the fish with alternating slices of baguette and artisanal crackers to provide contrast in texture.
04 - Group cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, lemon wedges, and fresh herbs in small clusters on the board.
05 - Dot the board with cornichons, capers, and optional pats of unsalted butter for additional flavor.
06 - Finish with a drizzle of reserved olive oil, sprinkle sea salt, cracked black pepper, and chili flakes as desired.
07 - Present immediately, allowing diners to mix and match all elements freely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No cooking required—it's entirely about artful assembly and savoring great ingredients.
  • This board never looks or tastes the same twice, so every picnic (or evening at home) feels fresh and special.
02 -
  • The first time I forgot to drain some of the oil, my crackers ended up soggy—so always drain with care, but don't discard all the oil because it’s packed with flavor.
  • Finishing with plenty of fresh herbs really transforms the whole experience from pantry dinner to picnic standout.
03 -
  • Invest in a few really good cans—quality over quantity makes every mouthful memorable.
  • Start with less salt than you think you need; the fish brings plenty on its own, and you can always add more at the table.
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