Sardine and Cucumber Toasts with Bell Pepper and Olives

Here's a simple open-faced sandwich perfect as an appetizer or party snack.

1 can sardines, packed in extra-virgin olive oil
1-2 tsp. herbes de Provence
red bell pepper, minced
black olives, sliced
English cucumber, thinly sliced
sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground
whole wheat toast

In a small bowl, mix the sardines and their oil with the herbes de Provence, bell pepper, and olives. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.

Top a slice of whole-wheat toast with the marinated sardines and vegetables with some of the herbed oil.

Let the oil soak into the toast for a few minutes, then top with thin-sliced English cucumbers. Drizzle with a little additional oil and sprinkle with sea salt and fresh-cracked pepper to taste.

Makes 1 serving.