Here’s a delicious Nicoise Salad recipe inspired by Love and Lemons, known for their healthy and vibrant meals. Nicoise salad is a classic French salad that combines fresh vegetables, protein-packed tuna, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and a simple vinaigrette dressing. It’s perfect for a light yet filling lunch or dinner!
For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, or butter lettuce)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (or any other black olives)
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs, quartered
- 1/2 cup cooked green beans (steamed or blanched)
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in olive oil (or fresh grilled tuna if preferred)
- 1/4 cup roasted or boiled baby potatoes, sliced
- Fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or tarragon), for garnish
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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