Pasta and Tuna Nicoise Salad Recipe

Name: Pasta and Tuna Nicoise Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp whole-grain mustard; 1 lb (450g) dried shell pasta; 6 oz (140g) green beans, trimmed; 2 tuna steaks, 1 lb (450g) total; Olive oil, for the pasta and for brushing; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 hard boiled eggs, peeled and quartered; 1 Bibb lettuce, leaves separated; 8 oz (225g) cherry tomatoes, halved; 12 canned anchovy fillets, rinsed; 2/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives

Servings: persons

1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp whole-grain mustard
1 lb (450g) dried shell pasta
6 oz (140g) green beans, trimmed
2 tuna steaks, 1 lb (450g) total
Olive oil, for the pasta and for brushing
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 hard boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
1 Bibb lettuce, leaves separated
8 oz (225g) cherry tomatoes, halved
12 canned anchovy fillets, rinsed
2/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives

1
To make the dressing, whisk the oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and mustard until combined.
2
Cook the pasta in a large pot of lightly salted water over high heat according to the package instructions until tender.
3
Drain, rinse under cold running water, and drain well.
4
Transfer to a large bowl and toss with a little olive oil.
5
Meanwhile, cook the beans in a saucepan of salted boiling water for 45 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
6
Drain, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
7
Add to the pasta.
8
Preheat a ridged grill pan over high heat.
9
Brush the tuna lightly with oil and season with salt and pepper.
10
Place on the grill pan and cook, turning once, for about 4 minutes, until seared but rare inside.
11
Cut the tuna into bite-sized pieces and add to the pasta.
12
Add the eggs, lettuce, tomatoes, anchovies, and olives.
13
Just before serving, add the dressing and toss well.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
Serve at once.

790

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp whole-grain mustard, and more.

Yes, Pasta and 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.

Pasta and Tuna Nicoise Salad

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