🥗 Salad Niçoise 🥗

This summer staple was invented in Nice, France. Perfect for picnics, this hearty salad tastes even better as it marinates!

Yields:

6 – 8 servings

Prep Time:

45 minutes

Total Time:

1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 small shallot, chopped
• 1 c. olive oil
• 1/4 c. red wine vinegar
• 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 lb. fingerling potatoes
• 2 c. (8 ounces) haricots verts or green beans
• 4 large eggs
• 6 romaine lettuce leaves
• 2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• 1 small bunch radishes, halved
• 2 c. olive oil-packed tuna
• 1 c. pitted Niçoise or Kalamata olives
• 1 Tbsp. drained capers
• 6 anchovy fillets

Directions

Step 1

Whisk together shallot, oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until just tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and reserve pot. Once cool, halve potatoes. Set a steamer basket in reserved pot and fill with 1 inch of water; bring to a boil. Add haricots verts and cook until tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain and run under cold water.

Step 3

Place eggs in a medium pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and cover; let sit 10 minutes. Transfer eggs to ice water to cool, then peel and halve lengthwise.

Step 4

Place lettuce on a large platter. Top with potatoes, haricots verts, eggs, tomatoes, parsley, radishes, tuna, olives, capers, and anchovies. Drizzle with half the dressing and serve remaining dressing alongside.

Nutritional Benefits

This Salad Niçoise is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients:

• Protein: The tuna and eggs provide high-quality protein, essential for muscle growth and repair.
• Healthy Fats: Olive oil and olives are rich in monounsaturated fats, which support heart health.
• Vitamins and Minerals: The variety of vegetables, including greens and tomatoes, offer vitamins A, C, and K, as well as essential minerals like potassium and iron.
• Fiber: The inclusion of potatoes and beans adds dietary fiber, promoting digestive health and keeping you full longer.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this salad as a main dish or alongside grilled chicken or fish for a balanced meal. It can also be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for meal prep!