Best 3 Rice Nicoise Recipes

**Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our enticing Rice Nicoise, a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends succulent seared tuna, tender green beans, velvety potatoes, and luscious hard-boiled eggs, all nestled atop a bed of fluffy rice. Embark on a culinary journey as we share three variations of this delectable dish: a classic Nicoise with tuna, a vegetarian delight with tofu, and a flavor-packed salmon version, each offering a unique twist on this Provencal classic.**

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

RICE SALAD NICOISE

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This is a French recipe for rice salad inspired by salade nicoise.

Provided by Stinkerbell

Categories Salad Grains Rice Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 (6 ounce) can solid white albacore tuna, drained
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 orange bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 tomato, diced
⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
½ cup vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Spread on a large plate and let cool, about 30 minutes.
Combine cooled rice, chickpeas, tuna, peas, orange bell pepper, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, tomato, parsley, and garlic in a large bowl. Pour in vinaigrette dressing; toss well to mix. Cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 7.1 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 364.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

BROWN RICE SALADE NICOISE

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From: "Whole Grains Every Day, Every Way" by Lorna Sass. "Chewy, easy-to-love short-grain brown rice makes an appealing grain base for a salad containing many of the elements of a traditional salade nicoise. The tuna and its soaking oil become a major part of the dressing, coating each grain with the savor of the sea." *Time does not include time to cook rice and green beans.

Provided by Engrossed

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/3 cup red onion, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 (6 ounce) can tuna in olive oil, undrained
3 cups cooked barley or 3 cups cooked cracked farro
1 small red bell peppers or 1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
1/3 cup pitted oil-cured black olive, chopped
2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed and minced
1 -3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley or 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon thyme, chopped (optional)
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
6 cups romaine lettuce, loosely packed and shredded
radicchio, shredded and mixed with romaine (optional)
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and steamed and cooled
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the red onion and vinegar. Set aside to soak for at least 10 minutes.
Empty the tuna and oil into a large bowl. Flake tuna with a fork.
Add cooked brown rice, bell pepper, olives, and capers.
Stir in the onion and any unabsorbed vinegar.
Add lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), olive oil (if using), parsley, thyme (if using), and salt and pepper to taste.
To serve, place a bed or lettuce and radicchio (if using) on each plate and spoon the salad on top.
Arrange green beans and eggs alongside.

RICE NICOISE

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories easy, quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup long-grain rice
1/2 pound green beans
1 or 2 sprigs of fresh tarragon to yield 2 teaspoons chopped
About 10 calamata olives
1 ripe 8-ounce tomato
2 teaspoons capers
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Combine the rice and 1 cup of water in heavy bottomed pan, and bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, covered, cooking a total of 17 minutes, until the rice is tender.
Wash and trim the beans, and cook about 5 minutes in a steamer.
Meanwhile, wash and chop the tarragon, pit the olives, trim the tomato and dice. Add these ingredients with the capers, oil and vinegar to a serving bowl, and stir well.
When beans are cooked, drain and rinse under cold water, cut in halves or thirds and add to bowl.
When rice is cooked, stir in and season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 314, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 190 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your rice nicoise taste its best. Use ripe tomatoes, crisp green beans, and tender tuna.
Cook the rice properly: The rice is the foundation of this dish, so it's important to cook it correctly. Rinse the rice before cooking to remove any starch. Then, cook the rice according to the package directions.
Don't overcook the vegetables: The vegetables should be cooked until they are tender but still have a bit of a bite to them. Overcooked vegetables will be mushy and bland.
Use a good-quality vinaigrette: The vinaigrette is what ties all the flavors of the dish together. Use a good-quality olive oil and vinegar, and season it with salt, pepper, and herbs.
Serve the dish immediately: Rice nicoise is best served immediately after it is made. The flavors of the dish will meld together as it sits, but the rice will start to get mushy if you wait too long.

Conclusion:

Rice nicoise is a classic French dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful, and it's easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious rice nicoise that your family and friends will love.