Nicoise Sandwich Recipe

Name: Nicoise Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (8 to 10-ounce) tuna steak; 1/4 pound new potatoes, blanched and sliced into 1/8-inch thick; 1/4 pound haricots verts, blanched; 3 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 2 hard boiled eggs, sliced 1/8-inch thick; 1/2 cup black olives, halved; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; Salt and pepper; 1 head Boston Bib lettuce; 6 individual small loaves of French bread

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (8 to 10-ounce) tuna steak
1/4 pound new potatoes, blanched and sliced into 1/8-inch thick
1/4 pound haricots verts, blanched
3 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 hard boiled eggs, sliced 1/8-inch thick
1/2 cup black olives, halved
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and pepper
1 head Boston Bib lettuce
6 individual small loaves of French bread

1
In a saute pan, heat the olive oil.
2
Season the tuna with salt and pepper.
3
Add the tuna fillet to the pan and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
4
Remove the tuna and flake the tuna into a mixing bowl.
5
Add the potatoes, green bean, tomatoes, eggs, and black olives.
6
Add the extra virgin olive oil, vinegar and garlic to the bowl and toss well.
7
Season the salad with salt and pepper.
8
Using a sharp knife, slice the head of lettuce in half.
9
Shred the lettuce.
10
Place the lettuce in a mixing bowl and season with olive oil, salt and pepper.
11
Using a small sharp knife, cut out a small pocket in each bread loaf.
12
Fill each bread loaf with the salad.
13
Wrap the sandwich in foil and serve.

374

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 (8 to 10-ounce) tuna steak, 1/4 pound new potatoes, blanched and sliced into 1/8-inch thick, 1/4 pound haricots verts, blanched, and more.

Yes, Nicoise Sandwich falls under the Salads 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nicoise Sandwich

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