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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Protein
Vegetables
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Rinse and dry the mixed greens thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber and radishes into thin rounds, and trim the green beans.
- 2
Cook the Green Beans
In a pot of boiling water, blanch the green beans for about 3-5 minutes or until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking process.
- 3
- 4
Prepare the Tuna
Open the canned tuna and drain the liquid. Flake the tuna with a fork and set aside.
- 5
Prepare Other Vegetables
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and set aside.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Combine Salad Base Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, and green beans.
- 7
Add Protein
Gently add the flaked tuna and quartered hard-boiled eggs on top of the salad base.
- 8
Add Olives and Bell Pepper
Sprinkle black olives and red bell pepper strips over the salad.
Making the Dressing
- 9
Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 10
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the assembled salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring that all ingredients are coated.
Serving
- 11
Plate the Salad
Divide the salad into individual serving plates, ensuring a generous amount of each topping is included in each portion.
- 12
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with additional black olives or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately.