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.

Boil new potatoes for about 10 minutes.

Boil eggs for about 6 minutes.

Boil green beans for 3-4 minutes until they have a bite.

Prepare a bowl with mixed salad (lettuce and tomatoes).

Add the boiled new potatoes to the salad bowl.

Add the boiled green beans to the salad bowl.

Add the drained medium can of tuna to the salad bowl.

Mix all the ingredients in the bowl using hands for easier mixing.

If using, add the drained anchovies to the salad bowl.

Measure out and add 1 tablespoon of vinaigrette to the salad bowl and mix.

Slice the boiled eggs into quarters and arrange them on top of the salad.

Sprinkle the olives over the salad.

Chop and sprinkle a handful of flat leaf parsley on top for garnish.

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