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Nicoise Salad (Tuna French Salad)

Nicoise Salad (Tuna French Salad)

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A vibrant and flavorful Nicoise Salad brings a touch of French elegance to your meal, perfect for gatherings or casual dinners.

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

✓ 6 oz fresh tuna
✓ 1 lb baby potatoes, boiled
✓ 8 oz crisp green beans, blanched
✓ 1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
✓ 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced or quartered
✓ 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
✓ 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
✓ 4 cups fresh lettuce or mixed greens
✓ 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
✓ 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
✓ 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
✓ Salt and black pepper to taste
✓ 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped

Instructions

✓ Rinse canned tuna thoroughly under cold water.

✓ Drain and pat dry with paper towels; mix with Dijon mustard.

✓ Boil baby potatoes until tender, then drain and cool slightly.

✓ Blanch green beans in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes.

✓ Whisk together olive oil and red wine vinegar as dressing.

✓ Combine lettuce or greens, tuna, potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, eggs, olives, and onion in a large bowl.

✓ Drizzle with dressing just before serving.

✓ Garnish with chopped fresh herbs.

Notes

Ensure all vegetables are well-cooked; adjust dressing to taste.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Appetizer/Main Course
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 15