- ·         Drain the sardines and place them in a bowl with the lemon rind and lemon juice and mash with a fork until the sardine mixture is a smooth consistency. 
- ·         Mix the yogurt and cottage cheese with the sardines; and fold in the cucumber and basil. 
- ·         Season to taste with the garlic salt and the freshly ground black pepper. 
- Serve with choice of cracker or biscuits, and enjoy!