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Grilled Tuna Nicoise Salad
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh tuna steaks
- 1 lb small red potatoes, halved
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pitted black olives
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 shallot, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to high heat.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the eggs and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, peel and quarter the eggs.
- Meanwhile, blanch the green beans in boiling water 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 the red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and minced shallot to make the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper, then grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- To assemble the salad, arrange the mixed greens on a large platter. Top with the grilled tuna, potatoes, green beans, cherry tomatoes, eggs, and black olives. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and serve immediately.
The history of the Grilled Tuna Nicoise Salad can be traced back to the French region of Nice, where it originated as a simple and hearty dish for fishermen. The salad traditionally includes grilled tuna, boiled potatoes, green beans, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and anchovies, all arranged on a bed of crisp lettuce and drizzled with a tangy vinaigrette. Renowned chefs like Julia Child and Jacques Pépin have popularized this classic dish, elevating it to a staple in French cuisine. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale French bistros and seafood restaurants, where the quality of the tuna and the freshness of the ingredients are paramount. The key to a perfect Grilled Tuna Nicoise Salad lies in the quality of the tuna and the balance of flavors in the vinaigrette. While grilling the tuna adds a smoky depth to the dish, it's important to ensure that the fish is cooked to a perfect medium-rare to preserve its delicate texture and flavor.
30 min
4
350 calories
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