5-Minute Tuna Niçoise Salad
A vibrant, protein-packed salad with perfectly cooked eggs, tuna, and a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing. This french-inspired quick meals (high protein) ready in about 5 minutes pairs (5 oz) Canned tuna in oil, peeled and sliced Hard-boiled eggs, halved Cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) Canned tuna in oil
- 2, peeled and sliced Hard-boiled eggs
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup, blanched Green beans
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1/2, juiced Lemon
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Drain tuna, flake into a bowl, and mix with 1/2 cup chopped parsley, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 3: Arrange tomatoes, green beans, red onion, and sliced eggs on a plate. Top with tuna mixture.
- Step 4: Drizzle with dressing, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated. Serve immediately with extra parsley for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does 5-Minute Tuna Niçoise Salad take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover 5-Minute Tuna Niçoise Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (5 oz) canned tuna in oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in 5-Minute Tuna Niçoise Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale 5-Minute Tuna Niçoise Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is 5-Minute Tuna Niçoise Salad high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to quick meals dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
