Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Niçoise Salad Delight

Inspired by the vibrant and sun-drenched coastline of the Mediterranean, the Niçoise Salad Delight is a masterful balance of flavors and textures, perfect for a quintessential summer dinner. Combining the freshest of ingredients, each element is a harmonious note in a symphony of taste. With the exquisite interplay of the ocean and the garden, this dish is both a feast for the eyes and a delight for the palate, suitable for a perfect omnivore feast. Dive into a dish that is both nutritious and bursting with the colors and flavors of the French Riviera.

Ingredients

• 200g canned tuna, drained
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved
• 100g green beans, blanched
• 4 tomatoes, quartered
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 50g black olives (Niçoise)
• 4 anchovy fillets
• 50ml olive oil
• 20ml red wine vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp chopped fresh basil

Method

• In a large serving dish, arrange the drained canned tuna in the center.
• Surround the tuna with halved hard-boiled eggs, quartered tomatoes, sliced cucumber, blanched green beans, and black olives.
• Place the anchovy fillets decoratively on top of the ingredients.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create a robust and tangy dressing.
• Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.
• Finish by sprinkling the chopped fresh basil on top for a fragrant garnish.

Tips

• Ensure the green beans are blanched until just tender to maintain a perfect crunch.
• Use the freshest tomatoes to bring a burst of juicy flavor to the dish.
• For a more intense flavor, marinate the tuna in the dressing for a few hours before serving.

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