Classic Tuna Nicoise Salad Recipe

Name: Classic Tuna Nicoise Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound red potatoes, scrubbed and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices; 1/4 pound haricots verts, or small, thin green beans, ends trimmed; 2 pounds yellowfin tuna loin, trimmed of sinew; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 rosemary sprigs; 1 large head romaine or Bibb lettuce, rinsed and patted dry; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley leaves; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves; Anchovy Dressing, recipe follows; 1/2 pound Roma plum tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/3 cup halved and seeded black brine-cured olives; 1/3 cup halved and seeded green brine-cured olives; 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion; 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced; Chopped fresh herbs, for garnish (parsley, tarragon, chive, etc.)

Servings: persons

1/2 pound red potatoes, scrubbed and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices
1/4 pound haricots verts, or small, thin green beans, ends trimmed
2 pounds yellowfin tuna loin, trimmed of sinew
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 rosemary sprigs
1 large head romaine or Bibb lettuce, rinsed and patted dry
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves
Anchovy Dressing, recipe follows
1/2 pound Roma plum tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/3 cup halved and seeded black brine-cured olives
1/3 cup halved and seeded green brine-cured olives
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
Chopped fresh herbs, for garnish (parsley, tarragon, chive, etc.)

1
Bring 2 medium pots of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the potatoes to 1 pot and blanch until tender, about 5 to 6 minutes.
3
Drain in a colander, pat dry, and set aside.
4
Add the green beans to the other pot and blanch until tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
5
Drain in a colander, pat dry, and set aside.
6
Arrange the tuna on a cutting board and cut into 4 equal portions.
7
Season the tuna steaks with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, each.
8
Heat the oil in a large skillet (or 2 medium skillets), over medium-high heat.
9
When the oil is hot but not smoking, add the rosemary sprigs and tuna steaks and sear, about 30 seconds per side for medium-rare.
10
Remove from the pan and dice the tuna into 1-inch pieces.
11
Tear the lettuce into bite-size pieces and combine with chopped fresh parsley and tarragon.
12
Toss with enough of the Anchovy Dressing just to coat.
13
Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as needed.
14
Toss the potatoes and green beans in 1/4 cup of the Anchovy Dressing.
15
Arrange the lettuce along the side of 4 large plates (or 1 serving platter).
16
Spoon the vegetables along the other side of the plate.
17
Arrange the diced tuna over the lettuce.
18
Arrange the tomatoes, olives, sliced red onions, and eggs on the other sides of the plates (or serving platter).
19
Garnish with additional herbs if desired and serve immediately.
20
1 anchovy fillet, drained
21
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
22
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
23
1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
24
1 large egg*
25
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
26
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
27
6 tablespoons olive oil
28
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallots
30
2 teaspoons capers, drained and chopped
31
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
32
In a medium bowl, mash the anchovy, salt, pepper, and garlic into a paste with the back of a fork.
33
Add the egg and whisk well to blend.
34
Add the lemon juice and mustard, and whisk well.
35
Add the oils in a steady stream, whisking constantly to form a thick emulsion.
36
Add the shallots, capers and Worcestershire, whisk well, and adjust the seasoning, to taste.
37
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

618

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound red potatoes, scrubbed and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices, 1/4 pound haricots verts, or small, thin green beans, ends trimmed, 2 pounds yellowfin tuna loin, trimmed of sinew, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Classic Tuna Nicoise Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Tuna Nicoise Salad

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