Low-carb Tuna Nicoise Salad
This Low-Carb Tuna Nicoise Salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Packed with protein and fresh vegetables, it's a satisfying meal that's easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) of tuna, drained
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/2 cup green beans, blanched
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the salad greens on a large platter.
- Top with tuna, hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, olives, green beans, red onion, and capers.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large platter Small bowl
Tools
Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the salad with a side of crusty whole grain bread for a more filling meal.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can also add boiled potatoes to the salad for extra carbs.
Cost
$10