Nicoise-Inspired Salad
Low carb and packed with protein, this simpler version of Salade Nicoise relies on pantry staples, and can be eaten on it's own or paired with another side for a more filling meal. You can sub ingredients for what you have on hand—use any kind of salad green instead of arugula; any kind of olive will work, or sub something like capers or feta cheese for the same savory, briny flavor; instead of tomatoes (or in addition!) you could use bell peppers, cucumber, sugar snap peas, or any other fresh vegetables. If you don't have bottled dressing, you can make a simple vinaigrette with lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper.
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- Prep time
- 8 min
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- Servings
- 4 Servings
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- Serving size
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2 cups
Ingredients
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arugula or other salad greens
- 1 (5-oz) package
- 1 (5-oz) package
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light Italian salad dressing (divided)
- 1/3 cup
- 1/3 cup
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hard-boiled eggs (peeled and quartered lengthwise)
- 4
- 4
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canned, sliced black olives (or any other olive) (drained)
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
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tuna packed in water (drained and flaked with a fork)
- 1 (5-oz) can
- 1 (5-oz) can
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grape tomatoes
- 2 cup
- 2 cup
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Directions
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In a large bowl, add the lettuce and 3 Tbsp of the vinaigrette and toss well to combine. Arrange on a platter or individual plates.
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Top the salad with the eggs, olives, tuna, and tomatoes. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette and serve.