Seattle Nicoise

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 1

Discover the flavors of the Pacific Northwest with this delicious Seattle Nicoise recipe

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3/4 pound chunked ( not thin sliced ) , Alaska-style smoked salmon
	1 cup bottled champagne salad dressing
	sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
	4 ounces pickled green beans , cut in thirds
	1 1/2 pounds new potatoes , red or yellow , scrubbed
	3 medium tomatoes , quartered
	5 eggs , hard cooked and peeled , then quartered
	1/2 cup nicoise or other small , black , pitted olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

332

Sugar

Fat

13g

Seattle Nicoise is a vibrant and colorful salad inspired by the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest. The dish is a great mix of hearty potatoes, fresh vegetables, and omega-3 rich smoked salmon. This salad is perfect for hot summer days, and it is versatile enough to be served as a light main meal or as a side dish. The combination of pickled green beans, black olives, hard-boiled eggs, and smoked salmon is a classic Nicoise profile, but the use of Alaska-style smoked salmon adds more depth and flavor to the dish. This salad is perfect for those who enjoy seafood and hearty salads.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2.	With a fork, poke the potatoes in several places.
3.	Roast potatoes for about 30-35 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
4.	Allow potatoes to cool.
5.	In a large bowl, add the smoked salmon and half of the champagne dressing and mix gently.
6.	Add in the remaining ingredients, including the potatoes, and continue to mix well.
7.	Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
8.	Serve the salad on individual plates and drizzle with the remaining dressing.

PROS

This salad is a perfect summer dish, full of fresh vegetables and smoked salmon from the Pacific Northwest.

It is a healthy meal rich in protein, with the added bonus of being low-fat.

CONS

Some diners might find the flavor of pickled green beans or smoked salmon to be too strong for their liking.

This recipe also requires a bit of preparation time, particularly for boiling and peeling eggs and roasting potatoes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of dietary fiber and protein.
It is also low in calories and fat, making it an excellent choice for those on a diet or watching their cholesterol.