LIGHT NICOISE SALAD

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound small red-skinned potatoes, quartered
Kosher salt
3/4 pound sugar snap peas, strings removed
1 cup cherry tomatoes or chopped plum tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 head Bibb lettuce, leaves separated
2 5-ounce cans tuna packed in water, drained
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped pitted kalamata or nicoise olives
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a medium pot and cover with water by about 2 inches. Add a pinch of salt, cover and bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium high and simmer until just tender, about 5 minutes. Add the snap peas and continue simmering, covered, until the peas are crisp-tender, about 3 more minutes. Drain the potatoes and peas and rinse under cold water; transfer to a large bowl.
  • Make the dressing: Puree the tomatoes, olive oil, mayonnaise, vinegar and 1 tablespoon water in a blender.
  • Divide the lettuce among 4 bowls and drizzle with some of the dressing. Add the tuna, bell pepper, olives and basil to the potatoes and peas; add the remaining dressing and toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper, then pile on top of the lettuce.
  • Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

Md sanzidul Hasan
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This is the best Nicoise salad I've ever had. The dressing is perfect and the ingredients are all so fresh and flavorful.


Morioum Akter
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I'm not a big fan of Nicoise salad, but this recipe was actually really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very refreshing.


Bhuwaneshori Pant
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Daniel Amos
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I love how customizable this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


cielito Guz
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Nicole Hernandez
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This is the perfect salad for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, but it's also filling and satisfying.


siam ali
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I'm always looking for new ways to make salad more interesting, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors is unique and delicious.


Nwosu Ogechukwu
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This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Iremain Sami
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The salty tuna, the briny olives, and the creamy hard-boiled eggs are all perfect together.


Twisted
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. It's so refreshing and light, but it's also packed with flavor.


TREX WIRE
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! It's easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.


Jamie Neibaur
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of random veggies in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


ochieng Chrisphin
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I'm not a huge fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed this salad. The vinaigrette dressing was perfectly balanced, and the flavors all came together really well.


Maleesha Dewmini
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and healthy lunch. It's packed with protein and vegetables, and it's always satisfying.


Asim Nigah
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I love how versatile this salad is. I've made it with different types of beans and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


maria islam
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the fresh, summery flavors, and the presentation was beautiful.


Gariba Nurudeen
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I had never had a Nicoise salad before, but this recipe was so easy to follow and the results were delicious! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and I loved the addition of the hard-boiled eggs.