Seared Tuna Niçoise Recipe

Name: Seared Tuna Niçoise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups quartered small red potatoes; 1 cup haricots verts, trimmed; Cooking spray; 2 (6-ounce) tuna steaks; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2/3 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup pitted and quartered nicoise olives

Servings: persons

3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups quartered small red potatoes
1 cup haricots verts, trimmed
Cooking spray
2 (6-ounce) tuna steaks
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2/3 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup pitted and quartered nicoise olives

1
Place eggs in a large saucepan. Cover with water to 1 inch above eggs. Bring just to a boil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Drain; cool in ice water 5 minutes. Peel eggs; cut each egg into 4 slices.
2
Place potatoes in pan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 12 minutes. Add beans, and cook 3 minutes. Drain; plunge beans into ice water for 1 minute. Drain well.
3
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle tuna with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Add tuna to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Cut thinly across the grain.
4
Combine remaining salt, oil, vinegar, and mustard in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add tomatoes and olives; toss. Divide eggs, potatoes, beans, and tuna among 4 plates; top with tomato mixture.

388

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups quartered small red potatoes, 1 cup haricots verts, trimmed, Cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Seared Tuna Niçoise 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.

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Seared Tuna Niçoise

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