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Spring Nicoise Salad

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Spring Nicoise Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish that captures the essence of the season. Featuring a delightful mix of crisp greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, tender green beans, hard-boiled eggs, and high-quality tuna, this salad is not just a meal; it’s an experience. Drizzled with a zesty olive oil and lemon vinaigrette, it’s perfect for picnics, dinner parties, or as a light lunch. With its stunning colors and flavors, this salad will impress your guests while providing essential nutrients to fuel your day.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup green beans (trimmed)
  • 4 large hard-boiled eggs
  • 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna (packed in olive oil)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Wash and dry mixed greens.
  2. Cook the green beans: Boil salted water and blanch beans for 3-4 minutes until bright green.
  3. Hard-boil the eggs: Place eggs in cold water, bring to a boil, cover, and let sit off heat for 10-12 minutes before cooling under running water.
  4. Toss the salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved tomatoes, blanched green beans, and drained tuna. Slice hard-boiled eggs into quarters and add them gently.
  5. Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until emulsified; pour over salad just before serving.
  6. Serve immediately on individual plates or one large platter.

Nutrition

Keywords: For added creaminess, consider adding sliced avocado or crumbled feta cheese. Substitute grilled chicken for tuna for a different protein option. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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