Tuna And Vegetable Salad (salade Niçoise)

Salade Niçoise, or Tuna and Vegetable Salad, is a classic French dish originating from the city of Nice. This refreshing salad is perfect for a light and healthy meal, especially during the warmer months.

Tuna And Vegetable Salad (salade Niçoise)

Ingredients

  • 1 can (12 oz) of tuna, drained
  • 4 eggs, hard-boiled and halved
  • 8 oz green beans, blanched
  • 4 tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup black olives
  • 4 small potatoes, boiled and quartered
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Arrange the mixed salad greens on a large serving platter.
  2. Top the greens with the tuna, hard-boiled eggs, blanched green beans, tomatoes, olives, potatoes, and red onion.
  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 just before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Serving platter Small bowl

Tools

Whisk Knife Pot for boiling

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salade Niçoise with a crusty baguette and a glass of chilled white wine for a delightful meal.

Tips & tricks

For a twist, you can add anchovies or capers to the salad for extra flavor.

Cost

$15