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Salade Niçoise

Name: Salade Niçoise
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: french
Ingredients: 6 cups mixed greens; 2 cans tuna; 4 eggs hard-boiled eggs; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 0.5 pound green beans; 1 pound small potatoes; 0.5 cup black olives; 0.25 cup red onion; 0.25 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Enjoy restaurant-quality french lunch with mixed greens, tuna, and hard-boiled eggs as the star. The aromatic blend of mixed greens, tuna, and hard-boiled eggs fills your kitchen with enticing scents. Make extra - everyone will want seconds of this delicious dish.

Total Time

30min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Time Breakdown

Prep:20min

Cook:10min

Cuisine:

French

Meal Type:

Lunch

Tags:

Kid Friendly Fresh Mediterranean Protein Rich Colorful Healthy

Ingredients (4 servings)

6 cupsmixed greens
2 canstuna
in oil, drained
4 eggshard-boiled eggs
quartered
1 cupcherry tomatoes
halved
1/2 poundgreen beans
blanched
1 poundsmall potatoes
boiled and quartered
1/2 cupblack olives
1/4 cupred onion
thinly sliced
1/4 cupolive oil
2 tablespoonsred wine vinegar
1 teaspoondijon mustard
1/2 teaspoonsalt
1/4 teaspoonblack pepper

Instructions

1
Boil potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes.
15min
2
Blanch green beans in boiling water 3 minutes.
3min
3
Plunge beans in ice water to stop cooking.
1min
4
Whisk olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper for dressing.
2min
5
Arrange mixed greens on large platter.
2min
6
Arrange tuna, eggs, tomatoes, beans, and potatoes on greens.
5min
7
Scatter olives and red onion over salad.
1min
8
Drizzle with dressing just before serving.
1min
9
Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
1min
10
Serve immediately.
1min

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about making Salade Niçoise

How long does it take to make Salade Niçoise?

This Salade Niçoise recipe takes approximately 30 minutes total, with 20 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking time.

How many servings does this Salade Niçoise recipe make?

This recipe serves 4 people. You can easily scale the ingredients up or down to serve more or fewer people.

Is this Salade Niçoise recipe beginner-friendly?

Yes! This Salade Niçoise recipe is rated as easy and perfect for beginners. The instructions are straightforward and don't require advanced cooking techniques.

What makes this Salade Niçoise authentic french?

This Salade Niçoise recipe uses traditional french ingredients and cooking methods to deliver authentic flavors that represent the essence of french cuisine.

Can I make Salade Niçoise ahead of time?

Yes, Salade Niçoise can be prepared ahead of time. You can prep ingredients in advance or make the full recipe and store it in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

How should I store leftover Salade Niçoise?

Store leftover Salade Niçoise in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze portions for up to 3 months. Always reheat thoroughly before serving.

Can I substitute ingredients in this Salade Niçoise recipe?

Yes, many ingredients in Salade Niçoise can be substituted based on dietary preferences or what you have on hand. Common substitutions work well, but may slightly alter the final taste and texture.

What kitchen equipment do I need to make Salade Niçoise?

To make Salade Niçoise, you'll need basic kitchen equipment like mixing bowls, measuring cups, and standard cookware. No special equipment is required unless specified in the recipe instructions.

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