Mediterranean salad (Salade Nicoise) | The French Chef Season 7 | Julia Child

tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned salmon or sardines can provide a similar flavor and texture at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a more economical option.

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes, then drain and cool.

Trim green beans and blanch in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green, then shock in ice water.

Hard-boil eggs in simmering water for 9-12 minutes, then cool in ice water and peel.

Slice cooled potatoes and hard-boiled eggs into wedges.

In a large bowl, combine tuna, green beans, potatoes, cherry tomatoes, and capers.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

Garnish with anchovies and fresh basil leaves before serving.

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