Mediterranean Niçoise Salad

Name: Mediterranean Niçoise Salad
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. thin green beans; 1/4 cup EVOO; 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp. harissa paste; 1 head Little Gem lettuce, leaves separated; 1 jar (7 oz.) tuna packed in oil, drained; 1 can (about 15 oz.) chickpeas, drained; 1 package (8 oz.) cooked beets, chopped; 1/2 cup mixed olives; Fresh mint and crumbled feta, for garnish

We're fans of tuna packed in olive oil, which comes in tins and jars, and has a richer flavor and meatier texture.

Author:: Laura Rege
Publish date:: Feb 28, 2019

Mediterranean Nicoise Salad — Photography by Christopher Testani

Recipe by Laura Rege


Start to Finish: 15 minutes	Servings: 4

Ingredients

1/2 lb. thin green beans
1/4 cup EVOO
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp. harissa paste
1 head Little Gem lettuce, leaves separated
1 jar (7 oz.) tuna packed in oil, drained
1 can (about 15 oz.) chickpeas, drained
1 package (8 oz.) cooked beets, chopped
1/2 cup mixed olives
Fresh mint and crumbled feta, for garnish

Preparation

In large saucepan of salted boiling water, cook green beans until tender, 4 minutes. Rinse under cold water. In bowl, whisk EVOO, lemon juice, and harissa; season dressing. On platter, arrange lettuce, tuna, chickpeas, beets, and olives. Drizzle with dressing; season. Top with mint and feta.