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Mackerel & new potato salad

Smoked mackerel is thrifty and full of flavour, as well as being rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

SERVES 2 PREP 15 mins

COOK 15 mins EASY

200g new potatoes
125g green beans, halved
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp Dijon mustard
small handful of dill, finely chopped
3 cornichons, sliced
100g watercress
100g peppered hot smoked mackerel, flaked

Cook the potatoes in a pan of boiling salted water for 12-15 mins, or until tender enough to be easily pierced with a sharp knife. Add the green beans for the final 3 mins of cooking time, then drain well and leave

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