Summer Salad Nicoise With Whole Wheat Croutons

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Summer Salad Nicoise With Whole Wheat Croutons is a delicious and healthy salad option for your summer meal
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Prep

30 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

40-45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 large eggs
4 slices whole wheat bread
8 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 jar marinated artichoke hearts
1 can tuna
1 cup canned chick-peas
1 small summer squash
1 small zucchini
1 medium red bell pepper
1/2 head romaine lettuce
4 anchovy fillets
6 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
6 -8 sprigs fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
8 oil-cured black olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
543
Sugar
5g
Fat
36g
Summer Salad Nicoise is a classic French salad that originated in Nice, France. It typically includes tuna, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and a variety of vegetables. This version of the salad adds chickpeas, marinated artichokes, and whole wheat croutons for added flavor and nutrition. The salad is perfect for a summer meal with its refreshing and light taste. It can be served as a main dish or as a side dish for a barbecue or picnic. If you're looking for a delicious and healthy salad option, give this recipe a try!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Chop the bread into small cubes and toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large bowl.
3.Spread the bread cubes out onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
4.In a large bowl, combine the sliced summer squash, zucchini, red bell pepper, and romaine lettuce.
5.Drain the tuna and chickpeas and add them to the bowl along with the marinated artichoke hearts.
6.Add the sun-dried tomatoes and black olives to the bowl as well.
7.Whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the dressing.
8.Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
9.Garnish the salad with anchovy fillets, fresh parsley, and the whole wheat croutons.

PROS

This Summer Salad Nicoise is packed with healthy vegetables and protein, making it a balanced and nutritious meal.

The whole wheat croutons add a delicious crunch and a boost of fiber to the dish.

CONS

This salad takes some time to prepare with all the chopping and cooking involved.

Some people may not enjoy the strong flavor of anchovies in the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, C, and K, magnesium, and potassium.
The chickpeas and tuna provide protein and healthy fats while the colorful vegetables offer a variety of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.

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