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Nioise Salad

Nioise Salad
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Nioise Salad is a vibrant and refreshing French dish that captures the essence of summer with its colorful medley of fresh greens, crunchy vegetables, and protein-rich tuna and eggs. Ideal for picnics or light lunches, this salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but also provides essential nutrients. Each ingredient works harmoniously to deliver a burst of flavor in every bite. Plus, it’s an incredibly versatile dishserved as a main course or as a sidemaking it perfect for any occasion. Enjoy this delightful salad with crusty bread, and feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients for an added personal touch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 6 ounces green beans
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups baby potatoes
  • 5 ounces canned tuna (drained)
  • 1 cup pitted olives
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
  • English cucumber (thinly sliced)
  • small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • ? cup extra virgin olive oil
  • cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • teaspoon honey
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)

Instructions

  1. Make the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Boil water in a pot and add eggs; cook for about 6 minutes for jammy yolks. Transfer to an ice bath to cool before peeling.
  3. In another pot, boil salted water and cook potatoes until tender for about 15 minutes; cool and slice in half.
  4. Blanch green beans in the potato pot for 12 minutes; transfer to ice water to retain color.
  5. Assemble by spreading mixed greens on a platter and layering with potatoes, green beans, tuna, tomatoes, olives, red onion, and halved eggs. Drizzle with half of the vinaigrette.

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