Classic Nicoise Salad Recipe

Ingredients: - 1 head of lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces - 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved - 1/2 cup green beans, blanched and cut into bite-sized pieces - 1/4 cup sliced black olives - 1/4 cup sliced red onion - 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained and flaked - 2-3 small potatoes, boiled and sliced (optional) - Salt and pepper to taste

For the dressing: - 1/4 cup olive oil - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard - 1 clove garlic, minced - Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions: 1. In a large salad bowl, arrange the torn lettuce as the base of the salad. 2. Arrange the hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, green beans, olives, red onion, tuna, and potatoes (if using) on top of the lettuce in sections. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. 4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. 5. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients and coat them with the dressing. 6. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. 7. Serve the classic Niçoise salad immediately and enjoy!

This classic Niçoise salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a light and satisfying meal. Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean with this traditional recipe!