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Picture yourself sitting at a charming French café, a gentle breeze rustling the palm leaves. The azure sea stretches before you, and your plate holds a colorful mosaic of flavors. That’s Salade Niçoise—a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that captures the essence of the Riviera.
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Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 100 grams fine green beans (haricots verts)
- 200 grams sunblush tomatoes (in seasoned oil)
- 100 grams black olives (sliced and pitted)
- 1 225-gram jar of tuna (or canned tuna), drained
- 250 grams torn iceberg lettuce leaves
- 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- ½ teaspoon Maldon sea salt flakes (or a pinch of table salt)
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 40 grams croutons (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 anchovy fillets (optional, for extra flavor)
- A handful of fresh basil leaves
Directions:
- Boil the Eggs:
- Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water by about an inch.
- Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 10-12 minutes.
- Drain and run the eggs under cold water to cool. Peel them.
- Blanch the Green Beans:
- Bring a separate saucepan of salted water to a boil.
- Add the green beans (haricots verts) and cook until crisp-tender and bright green, about 2-4 minutes.
- Drain and immediately plunge them into ice water to cool. Pat them dry.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Arrange the torn iceberg lettuce leaves on a serving platter.
- Scatter the sunblush tomatoes, sliced black olives, and cooked green beans over the lettuce.
- Add the quartered hard-boiled eggs and chunks of tuna.
- Sprinkle with croutons and torn basil leaves.
- Whisk the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Maldon sea salt flakes, and sugar.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Optional Anchovy Garnish:
- If you love anchovies, lay a few fillets across the top for an extra layer of flavor.
Cook’s Note:
- For a heartier version, add boiled new potatoes or steamed baby red potatoes.
- Feel free to customize by using your favorite lettuce greens or adding capers.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 473 kcal
- Protein: 20 g
- Fat: 34 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sugar: 5 g
Enjoy your Salade Niçoise—a taste of the French Riviera on your plate!
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Obsessed with this salad! It’s like a flavor explosion in every bite.
Love that it’s packed with protein! Perfect post-workout meal to refuel and recharge.
Perfect for a light meal. Simple yet flavorful.
I never knew a salad could be so satisfying until I tried this Salade Niçoise! It’s a culinary revelation.
This salad screams summer vibes! Can’t wait to enjoy it al fresco with friends.
Salade Niçoise sounds like a culinary masterpiece! I can’t wait to indulge in its vibrant flavors and transport myself to a French café.
Wow, who knew a salad could be so gourmet? Definitely feeling fancy after making this for dinner tonight.
The description has me hooked! I’m already imagining myself enjoying Salade Niçoise while soaking in the coastal scenery. Bon appétit!
As a seafood lover, this salad is right up my alley! The tuna and olives combo is everything.
The perfect balance of flavors and textures! Definitely a new favorite in my recipe rotation.
A new favorite salad! Delicious and refreshing!
This salad has forever changed my lunch game! I feel healthier and more sophisticated with every bite.
Love that it’s so colorful and Instagram-worthy! Definitely making it for my next #foodie post.
Appreciate the simplicity of this recipe! Perfect for busy days when I still want something healthy and delicious.
Wow, I can practically taste the sunshine and sea breeze in every bite! Salade Niçoise is like a vacation on a plate.
The description has me daydreaming of a European getaway! Can’t wait to recreate the Riviera vibes with a homemade Salade Niçoise.
The combination of flavors in this salad is pure magic! Each ingredient shines through in perfect harmony.
I felt like a culinary genius after preparing this masterpiece! So simple yet so elegant.
I love how the description paints such a vivid picture! Salade Niçoise isn’t just a salad—it’s an experience.
Tried this salad for the first time and now it’s a weekly staple! Thanks for the recipe inspiration.
This salad transported me to the beaches of the French Riviera! Absolutely divine and refreshing.
Finally found a salad recipe that’s actually filling and satisfying! Can’t wait to whip this up for lunch tomorrow!