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Tuna Nicoise Salad

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A classic French Tuna Nicoise Salad balancing the heartiness of tuna and eggs with the freshness of greens and vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans of tuna, drained
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and blanched
  • 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup olives (preferably Niçoise or Kalamata)
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, green beans, tomatoes, and olives. Toss gently to mix the ingredients without bruising the greens.
  2. Add the Tuna: Add the drained tuna on top of the salad mixture. Gently toss to combine.
  3. Arrange the Eggs: Arrange the quartered hard-boiled eggs artfully on top of the salad.
  4. Whisk the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Dress and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

Notes

For best texture, consume the salad the same day. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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