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