French Riviera Tuna Salad
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    French Riviera Tuna Salad

    A vibrant, protein-rich salad inspired by the French Riviera, featuring tender tuna, crisp vegetables, and a zesty Dijon vinaigrette. This easy lunch brings together classic Niçoise flavors in a colorful, satisfying dish ready in just 15 minutes.

    Prep Time
    15 min
    Cook Time
    3 min
    Total Time
    18 min
    Servings
    4
    Difficulty
    easy

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    Ingredients

    • 5 oz canned tuna in olive oil, drained and flaked
    • 4 pieces large eggs, hard-boiled and quartered
    • 2 cups mixed salad greens (such as butter lettuce or baby romaine)
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 cup blanched green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
    • 1 cup small red potatoes, cooked and quartered
    • 1 piece small cucumber, sliced
    • 1 piece small shallot, thinly sliced
    • 0.50 cup pitted black olives (Niçoise or Kalamata)
    • 0.50 cup canned artichoke hearts, quartered
    • 6 pieces radishes, thinly sliced
    • 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
    • 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
    • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
    • salt and black pepper

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Arrange the mixed salad greens evenly on a large serving platter or four individual plates.

    2. 2

      Distribute the quartered hard-boiled eggs, flaked tuna, cherry tomatoes, green beans, potatoes, cucumber, artichoke hearts, radishes, olives, and shallot attractively over the greens.

    3. 3

      In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.

    4. 4

      Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified.

    5. 5

      Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

    6. 6

      Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the salad just before serving.

    7. 7

      Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the top for a burst of flavor and color.

    8. 8

      Serve immediately, ensuring each portion gets a variety of ingredients.

    Nutrition Facts

    Per Serving

    370
    Calories
    22g
    Protein
    26g
    Carbs
    20g
    Fat

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