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Classic Nicoise Salad

A traditional French salad with tuna, olives, tomatoes, green beans, hard-boiled eggs, and a simple vinaigrette dressing. A delicious and satisfying meal.

Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 6 oz Canned Tuna in Olive Oil, drained
  • 1 lb Small New Potatoes
  • 1/2 lb Green Beans, trimmed
  • 3 Hard-Boiled Eggs, quartered
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
  • handful Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Cooking the Potatoes and Green Beans

Boil the new potatoes in salted water until tender, about 12-15 minutes. In the last 3 minutes, add the green beans to the pot to cook along with the potatoes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Making the Vinaigrette

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Assembling the Salad

Arrange the potatoes, green beans, hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onion on a large platter or individual plates.

Adding the Tuna and Dressing

Flake the tuna and place it on top of the salad. Drizzle the vinaigrette dressing over the salad. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Serving

Serve the Nicoise salad immediately or chill for later. The flavors meld together beautifully as it sits.

Nutrition Facts Estimated per 100g of product

Calories: Approximately 180-230 kcal
Protein: 12-16g
Fat: 10-15g
Carbohydrates: 8-12g

Other Considerations for Nutrition

This salad is a good source of protein and healthy fats. Consider the sodium content of the olives and adjust salt accordingly. Potatoes contribute carbohydrates for energy.

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FAQ

  • Can I add anchovies to Nicoise Salad?

    Yes, anchovies are a traditional ingredient in Nicoise salad. Add them according to your taste preference.
  • Can I use lettuce in this salad?

    While traditional Nicoise salad doesn't include lettuce, you can certainly add a bed of lettuce as a base for the other ingredients.
  • What can I substitute for green beans?

    You can substitute haricots verts (French green beans) for a more delicate texture.