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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Protein
Vegetables
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Wash and Prepare the Salad Base
In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix.
- 2
- 3
Blanch the Green Beans
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for about 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Assembling the Salad
- 4
Combine the Salad Ingredients
Add the blanched green beans and Kalamata olives to the salad base. Gently fold in the flaked tuna.
- 5
Add the Eggs
Arrange the quartered hard-boiled eggs on top of the salad.
Preparing the Dressing
- 6
Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring that all ingredients are well coated.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Salad
Transfer the salad to a serving platter and enjoy immediately, garnished with additional olives if desired.