Nicoise Salad with Seared Tuna and Mung Beans

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20 min 25 min 10
Nicoise Salad with Seared Tuna and Mung Beans
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Ingredients


16 anchovy Anchovy
16 anchovy Anchovy
1/2 tsp Black pepper (1/4 tsp(vinaigrette)+ 1/4 tsp for tuna)
1/2 tsp Black pepper (1/4 tsp(vinaigrette)+ 1/4 tsp for tuna)
2 tbsp drained Capers, canned
2 tbsp drained Capers, canned
1 tbsp Chives
1 tbsp Chives
8 large Egg
8 large Egg
1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil (divided, 1/3 cup (vinaigrette) + 2 tbsp for tuna)
1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil (divided, 1/3 cup (vinaigrette) + 2 tbsp for tuna)
900 gm Tuna, bluefin, raw (sushi-quality)
900 gm Tuna, bluefin, raw (sushi-quality)
2 clove(s) Garlic (minced, for vinaigrette)
2 clove(s) Garlic (minced, for vinaigrette)
1 cup whole Green olives (nicoise)
1 cup whole Green olives (nicoise)
1/2 medium Lemon (juiced, vinaigrette)
1/2 medium Lemon (juiced, vinaigrette)
1 cup Mung beans, raw (drained, rinsed)
1 cup Mung beans, raw (drained, rinsed)
2 tbsp Parsley, fresh (chopped fresh flat-leaf, for vinaigrette)
2 tbsp Parsley, fresh (chopped fresh flat-leaf, for vinaigrette)
4 small potato(s) Red potato (scrubbed and halved)
4 small potato(s) Red potato (scrubbed and halved)
3 tbsp Red wine vinegar (for vinaigrette)
3 tbsp Red wine vinegar (for vinaigrette)
1 tsp Salt (1/2 tsp for vinaigrette+ 1/2 tsp for tuna)
1 tsp Salt (1/2 tsp for vinaigrette+ 1/2 tsp for tuna)
2 tbsp, leaves Tarragon, dried (for vinaigrette)
2 tbsp, leaves Tarragon, dried (for vinaigrette)
3 tbsp Wine Vinegar (vinaigrette)
3 tbsp Wine Vinegar (vinaigrette)
12 tomato Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
12 tomato Cherry Tomatoes (halved)

Instructions


To make the vinaigrette: combine all vinaigrette ingredients in a mason jar. Screw the cap on the jar and shake the vinaigrette vigorously to emulsify. Set the dressing aside while preparing the salad so the flavours can marry.

Place potatoes in a pot, cover with excess water, add a pinch of salt and bring it to a boil on medium heat. Cover pot and let the potatoes simmer for about 12 minutes.

Add eggs to the same pot as potatoes. Place a steamer basket or colander on top of the simmering water. Put the green beans in the steamer and cover with a lid. Steam the beans for 5 minutes until crisp-tender while continuing to cook the potatoes until fork tender.

Drain out the water and put the potatoes, eggs, and beans in a colander; rinse with cold water. Peel the shells off the eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Cut the potatoes into wedges with the skin intact.

Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Rub the tuna on all sides with olive oil, and a bit of the vinaigrette; season with a fair amount of salt and pepper. Lay the tuna in the hot pan and sear for approximately 2 minutes on each side; Transfer the tuna to a cutting board and slice.

Combine the potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, capers, and chives in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the salad with desired amount of vinaigrette. Toss gently to coat; season with salt and pepper. Put the tossed salad down the center of a serving platter and lay the seared tuna attractively across the top and the eggs around the rim. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette and serve.


Nutrition Facts

Per Portion

Calories 882
Calories from fat 408
Calories from saturated fat 85
Total Fat 45 g
Saturated Fat 9.4 g
Trans Fat 0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 25.5 g
Cholesterol 423 mg
Sodium 1271 mg
Potassium 1960 mg
Total Carbohydrate 55 g
Dietary Fiber 11.9 g
Sugars 9.9 g
Protein 69 g

Dietary servings

Per Portion


Meat 2.1
Meat Alternative 1.2
Vegetables 3.1

Energy sources


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