Fresh Tuna Nicoise Recipe

Name: Fresh Tuna Nicoise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium plum tomatoes; 6 Mediterranean olives; 3 canned anchovy fillets; 2 tbsp. capers; 2 tbsp. chopped parsley; 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves; 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper; olive oil; salt; 4 tuna steaks; 2 tbsp. cider vinegar; 1/2 bunch hearts of chicory; 1/2 bunch watercress

Servings: persons

4 medium plum tomatoes
6 Mediterranean olives
3 canned anchovy fillets
2 tbsp. capers
2 tbsp. chopped parsley
1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
olive oil
salt
4 tuna steaks
2 tbsp. cider vinegar
1/2 bunch hearts of chicory
1/2 bunch watercress

1
Preheat broiler if manufacturer directs.
2
Peel, seed, and dice tomatoes.
3
Pit olives and coarsely chop.
4
Chop anchovies.
5
In medium bowl, mix tomatoes, olives, anchovies, capers, and parsley; set aside.
6
In cup, mix thyme, pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1 teaspoon salt.
7
Rub herb mixture on tuna steaks.
8
Spray rack in broiling pan with nonstick cooking spray.
9
Arrange tuna on rack.
10
With broiling pan at closest position to source of heat, broil tuna 8 to 10 minutes until it just loses it pink color throughout, turning steaks once.
11
Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
12
Add chicory and watercress and toss to coat with dressing.
13
To serve, arrange tuna and salad on 4 dinner plates.
14
Spoon tomato mixture over tuna.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium plum tomatoes, 6 Mediterranean olives, 3 canned anchovy fillets, 2 tbsp. capers, and more.

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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fresh Tuna Nicoise

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