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Salade Niçoise
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound small red potatoes, halved
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup capers
- 2 (5-ounce) cans of tuna, drained
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a separate pot, place the eggs and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, peel and quarter the eggs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, green beans, parsley, basil, and chives. Drizzle with half of the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
- Arrange the mixed salad greens on a serving platter. Top with the potato and green bean mixture.
- Arrange the eggs, tuna, Kalamata olives, and capers on top of the salad.
- Drizzle the remaining vinaigrette over the salad and serve immediately.
Salade Niçoise is a traditional French salad originating from the city of Nice. This vibrant dish is a celebration of the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean, featuring ingredients like ripe tomatoes, crisp green beans, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and tuna. The salad is often dressed with a tangy vinaigrette and garnished with anchovies and capers for an extra burst of flavor. Renowned chefs like Julia Child and Jacques Pépin have popularized this dish, and it has become a staple in French cuisine. While there are many variations, the key to a perfect Salade Niçoise lies in using high-quality, fresh ingredients. For an authentic experience, visit the French Riviera where you can savor the best version of this iconic salad.
30 min
4
350 calories
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