Nicoise Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Protein
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lettuce
Wash the romaine lettuce under cold water. Dry thoroughly using a salad spinner or paper towels. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl. Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and then slice it into half-moon shapes. Add the cucumber to the bowl.
- 3
Cook the Green Beans
Trim the ends of the green beans and blanch them in boiling water for about 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately place in ice water to stop cooking. Once cooled, drain again and add to the salad bowl.
- 4
Adding Protein
- 5
Add Tuna and Olives
Drain the tuna and flake it with a fork. Add the tuna to the salad bowl along with the black olives.
Dressing Preparation
- 6
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembly
- 7
Combine and Serve
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Arrange the quartered hard-boiled eggs on top of the salad. Serve immediately.