Classic Niçoise Salad with Tuna and Hard-Boiled Eggs

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A traditional French salad featuring tuna, hard-boiled eggs, Niçoise olives, and fresh vegetables, dressed simply with olive oil and vinegar. This french-inspired french ready in about 25 minutes pairs medium, quartered ripe tomatoes, large eggs, Niçoise olives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 4.4 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 French cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 4 large eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 9 minutes. Remove eggs and cool in ice water for 5 minutes, then peel and quarter each egg.
  2. Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 3 medium quartered ripe tomatoes, 1/2 cup Niçoise olives, and 6 oz drained canned tuna. If using, add 4 anchovy fillets arranged on top.
  3. Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until emulsified and season the salad mixture.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 cups mixed salad greens to the bowl and gently toss everything together to coat with dressing.
  5. Step 5: Arrange the quartered hard-boiled eggs on top, serve immediately, and enjoy the fresh balance of flavors.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Classic Niçoise Salad with Tuna and Hard-Boiled Eggs take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Classic Niçoise Salad with Tuna and Hard-Boiled Eggs?

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 large eggs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Classic Niçoise Salad with Tuna and Hard-Boiled Eggs?

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 Classic Niçoise Salad with Tuna and Hard-Boiled Eggs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

What goes well with Classic Niçoise Salad with Tuna and Hard-Boiled Eggs?

French french like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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