Tuna Nicoise Salad

Ingredients

Tuna steaks

2 (6 oz each)

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Olive oil

4 tablespoons, divided

Lemon juice

2 tablespoons

Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon

Red onion

1/4, thinly sliced

Olives

1/2 cup, pitted and sliced

Cherry tomatoes

1 cup, halved

Green beans

1 cup, trimmed and blanched

Boiled potatoes

2 medium, diced

Mixed greens

4 cups

Hard-boiled eggs

2, quartered

Instructions

1. Season the tuna steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness (rare to medium-rare is recommended). Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced boiled potatoes, blanched green beans, halved cherry tomatoes, quartered hard-boiled eggs, sliced olives, and red onion.
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a dressing.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are coated.
7. Once the tuna has cooled slightly, slice it into thin strips and arrange it on top of the salad.
8. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor, and enjoy the delightful symphony of Mediterranean tastes!