Nicoise Salad Recipe

Nicoise Salad Recipe

  • 1 (20 ounce) package frozen roasted red potatoes
  • 1 (12 ounce) package frozen whole green beans
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons white balsamic or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans solid-packed tuna in oil, drained
  • 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
  1. Cook potatoes and beans according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, put eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let stand 12 minutes. Drain, run eggs under cold water, and peel. Halve each lengthwise.
  3. Blanch tomatoes in a pot of boiling water to soften, 30 seconds. Drain well.
  4. Whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme in a bowl. Gradually add oil, whisking until combined well.
  5. Arrange potatoes, beans, tomatoes, eggs, tuna, and olives on a platter and drizzle dressing over top.