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.

Low-carb Tuna Nicoise Salad

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

  1. Arrange the salad greens on a large platter.
  2. Top with tuna, hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, olives, green beans, red onion, and capers.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
  5. Gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
  6. 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