Salade Printemps des Arts Monégasque
A vibrant and fresh salad inspired by the Monegasque interpretation of Salade Niçoise, featuring a delicate balance of seasonal vegetables, high-quality tuna, and a light lemon-herb vinaigrette. This dish celebrates the fresh produce of the region and the light, elegant flavors characteristic of Monegasque cuisine.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes(halved)
- 1 medium Cucumber(thinly sliced)
- 6 small Radishes(thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup Artichoke hearts(canned or jarred, quartered)
- 1 cup Green beans(blanched and cooled)
- 6 oz Tuna(high-quality canned tuna in olive oil, drained)
- 4 large Hard-boiled eggs(peeled and quartered)
- 0.5 cup Niçoise olives(pitted)
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves(for garnish)
- 4 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic(minced)
- 0.5 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the salad base: Arrange the mixed salad greens on a large platter or individual plates.
- 2
Arrange the vegetables and tuna: Artfully arrange the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, radishes, quartered artichoke hearts, blanched green beans, and drained tuna over the salad greens.
- 3
Add the eggs and olives: Place the quartered hard-boiled eggs and Niçoise olives among the other ingredients.
- 4
Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
- 5
Dress the salad: Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the salad just before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use the freshest, in-season vegetables available for the best flavor.
- ✓Ensure the tuna is of good quality, preferably packed in olive oil.
- ✓The vinaigrette can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add grilled or seared tuna steak instead of canned tuna.
- Include blanched fava beans (fevettes) for a seasonal touch.
- A sprinkle of capers can add an extra briny note.