Salad Niçoise

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Salad Niçoise
45 min.
1
685kcal

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Salad Niçoise is a delightful culinary journey that transports you straight to the sunny shores of the French Riviera. This vibrant and visually stunning salad combines fresh, wholesome ingredients that not only tantalize your taste buds but also promote a healthy lifestyle. Perfect as a light lunch, a filling main dish, or an exquisite side, this salad celebrates the essence of Mediterranean flavors.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this dairy-free delight that boasts a perfect health score of 100, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious foodies. The salad features protein-rich albacore tuna paired with the nutty texture of cooked bulgur, complemented by the crispness of steamed haricot verts and the juiciness of cherry tomatoes. The addition of kalamata olives and red onion adds depth, while a tangy dressing of Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar ties everything together flawlessly.

Served atop a bed of fresh arugula and garnished with parsley, this Salad Niçoise is not just a meal; it's an experience that celebrates quality ingredients and flavor. With its satisfying blend of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, this dish is designed to keep you energized throughout the day. Indulge in this nutritious, visually appealing dish and savor the taste of French cuisine in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients

  • cup arugula fresh
  •  cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.7 cup bulgur cooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • serving parsley fresh (garnish)
  • 0.5 cup haricot verts steamed
  •  kalamata olives chopped
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 2.5 ounces sustainable oil-packed albacore tuna drained
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • dash pepper 
  • tablespoon onion red chopped
  • teaspoon red wine vinegar 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Combine 2 teaspoons olive oil with 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, and a dash of pepper. Toss dressing with 2/3 cup cooked bulgur.
    2. Add 1/2 cup steamed haricot verts, 6 cherry tomatoes, halved, 3 chopped kalamata olives, 1 tablespoon chopped red onion, and 2 1/2 ounces sustainable oil-packed albacore tuna, drained. Toss gently to coat.
    3. Serve over 1 cup fresh arugula, sprinkle with fresh parsley.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories685kcal
    Protein20.45%
    Fat22.18%
    Carbs57.37%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    248
    Glycemic Load
    34.31
    Inflammation Score
    -10
    Nutrition Score
    42.477826284326%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.24mg
    Hesperetin
    0.72mg
    Naringenin
    0.07mg
    Apigenin
    8.63mg
    Luteolin
    0.2mg
    Isorhamnetin
    1.36mg
    Kaempferol
    7.36mg
    Myricetin
    0.68mg
    Quercetin
    5.86mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:684.58kcal
    34.23%
    Fat:17.68g
    27.2%
    Saturated Fat:2.62g
    16.35%
    Carbohydrates:102.91g
    34.3%
    Net Carbohydrates:77.34g
    28.12%
    Sugar:5.93g
    6.58%
    Cholesterol:21.97mg
    7.32%
    Sodium:539.18mg
    23.44%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:36.69g
    73.39%
    Manganese:4.05mg
    202.25%
    Vitamin K:126.33µg
    120.31%
    Fiber:25.57g
    102.28%
    Vitamin B3:15.62mg
    78.08%
    Selenium:47.31µg
    67.58%
    Magnesium:261.6mg
    65.4%
    Phosphorus:622.45mg
    62.25%
    Vitamin C:41mg
    49.69%
    Vitamin B6:0.92mg
    45.8%
    Vitamin A:1762.08IU
    35.24%
    Potassium:1199.75mg
    34.28%
    Copper:0.66mg
    32.85%
    Iron:5.45mg
    30.26%
    Vitamin E:4.24mg
    28.29%
    Vitamin B1:0.4mg
    26.72%
    Vitamin B12:1.56µg
    25.99%
    Folate:96.65µg
    24.16%
    Zinc:3.13mg
    20.86%
    Vitamin B5:1.92mg
    19.19%
    Vitamin B2:0.3mg
    17.79%
    Calcium:125.63mg
    12.56%
    Source:My Recipes