Tuna Niçoise Salad

This Tuna Niçoise Salad is a vibrant and protein-packed dish that combines fresh ingredients for a delightful meal. It offers a perfect balance of flavors, making it ideal for a nutritious lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Green beans - 150 grams
• New potatoes - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Canned tuna (in water) - 200 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Black olives (pitted) - 50 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful

Steps

1. Start by boiling the new potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and let cool slightly before slicing them in half.
2. In the same pot, add the green beans and cook for about 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process.
3. While the potatoes and beans are cooking, place the eggs in a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover the pot and remove from heat. Let sit for 10-12 minutes, then cool in ice water before peeling.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, green beans, halved cherry tomatoes, and drained tuna. Add the olives.
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, tossing gently to combine. Slice the eggs and arrange them on top of the salad.
7. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in high-quality protein from tuna and eggs, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health and immunity.

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