Tuna Niçoise Salad
A classic French salad with seared tuna, boiled eggs, potatoes, and fresh greens, dressed in a sharp vinaigrette. Complete, elegant, and ready in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 12 minutes.
Step 2
Boil eggs in the same pot for 8 minutes, then transfer to ice water.
Step 3
Pat tuna dry. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
Step 4
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 5
Sear tuna 90 seconds per side without moving—center should stay rare.
Step 6
Transfer tuna to a cutting board and rest for 2 minutes, then slice into 1/4-inch strips.
Step 7
Whisk 3 tbsp olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
Step 8
Drain potatoes and halve them. Peel and halve the cooled eggs.
Step 9
Arrange greens on two plates. Top with potatoes, eggs, and tuna slices.
Step 10
Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot
- 12-inch cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed skillet
- cutting board
- knife
- small bowl
- whisk
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