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kosher tuna nicoise from The Jewish Kitchen
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Salad Nicoise/Fancy Tuna Salad

With all that is going on in this salad, it is hard to pinpoint what stands out. The array of ingredients gives it a kaleidoscope of color. The different tastes of the veggies mixed with the dressing is the final touch to an enjoyable dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard, to taste
  • 1 tbsp. milk
  • 1/2 lb. small red potatoes boiled and cut into slices
  • 1 small red pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
  • 1/4+ cup small cherry tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1/4 cup red onions, cut into rings or diced
  • 4 hard boiled eggs, cut ino quarters
  • 4 anchovies, sliced optional
  • 1+ large bag of salad greens your choice of greens
  • 1+ cup canned tuna in water, drained and flaked or 8+ ounces fresh tuna cooked and cut into large chunks
  • 1 cup fresh string beans, cooked and drained

Instructions

  1. Leave the bag of salad greens in the refrigerator until ready to serve. In a deep salad bowl, mix the mayonnaise, garlic, mustard, and milk together. Add the other ingredients except the salad greens and hard boiled egg quarters. Toss to coat with the mayonnaise mixture. Cover and put into the refrigerator, to chill.
  2. When chilled, take out and set aside. On a large platter arrange the bag of salad greens. Distribute the salad mixture evenly over the greens. Arrange the hard boiled eggs around the salad and serve.