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Nicoise Salad
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 head of lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 pound of green beans, trimmed
- 4 small red potatoes, boiled and quartered
- 4 eggs, hard-boiled and halved
- 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup of black olives
- 1 can of tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons of capers
- 1/4 cup of red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot of boiling water, blanch the green beans for 2 minutes, then transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and the minced garlic to make the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Arrange the torn lettuce on a large serving platter. Top with the blanched green beans, boiled potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, black olives, tuna, capers, and red onion.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nicoise Salad originated in the French city of Nice and has become a classic dish in French cuisine. This vibrant salad is a medley of fresh ingredients such as tomatoes, green beans, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and tuna, all drizzled with a tangy vinaigrette. The salad is said to have been created by the chefs of Nice, who drew inspiration from the abundant produce and seafood of the region. Today, the best version of this dish can be found in the charming bistros and restaurants of Nice, where the ingredients are sourced locally for an authentic and flavorful experience. The key to a perfect Nicoise Salad lies in the quality of the ingredients, particularly the tuna and olives, which should be of the highest standard. While the traditional recipe is widely celebrated, there are also variations that include anchovies, capers, or even potatoes, offering a delightful twist on this beloved salad.
30 min
4
320 calories
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