Tuna Nicoise Salad Recipe

tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Canned salmon is a healthier alternative and mackerel is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is a healthier fat, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: kalamata olives

Green olives offer a similar taste with fewer calories, while kalamata olives are often less expensive.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: parsley

Dried basil is a good substitute for flavor, and parsley is often cheaper.

Cut the fresh tuna into strips.

Cut the strips into small squares.

Cut the green beans (haricot verts) into bite-sized pieces.

Boil the potatoes in salted water until soft, then cut them into quarters.

Cut the cherry heirloom tomatoes in half.

Julienne the bell peppers into thin, long strips.

Mix the cut vegetables with olive tapenade.

Squeeze lemon juice over the raw tuna if desired.

Add olive oil and chives to the tuna mixture.

Season with a pinch of salt and mix everything together.

Plate the salad beautifully with all the ingredients.

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