Pepper Crusted Tuna Nicoise Recipe
herbed buttermilk dressing, dill
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Herbed Buttermilk Dressing
Method
Preparing the Salad
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Rinse the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and green beans thoroughly under running water. Trim the ends of the green beans and set them aside.
- 2
Cook the Green Beans
In a small pot, bring water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for about 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately place them in ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and set aside.
- 3
Cook the Tuna
Season the tuna steaks generously with salt and coat both sides with black pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the tuna steaks and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if desired. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- 4
Making the Dressing
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, fresh dill, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Assemble the Salad
On a large serving platter or individual plates, layer the mixed salad greens, add the halved cherry tomatoes, blanched green beans, and sliced hard-boiled eggs. Top with the sliced pepper-crusted tuna.
- 7
Serve with Dressing
Drizzle the herbed buttermilk dressing over the salad or serve on the side for dipping.