Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

Water

1 tbsp

Red wine vinegar

1 tbsp

Fresh lemon juice

1 tsp

Fresh thyme

chopped

0.25 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Freshly ground black pepper

4 unit

Firm silken tofu

2 unit

Canned anchovy fillets

1 unit

Garlic clove

chopped

12 unit

Small red potatoes

12 unit

Green beans

trimmed

1.5 unit

Fresh tuna

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Freshly ground black pepper

1 unit

Cooking spray

1 cup

Red onion

thinly sliced

2 unit

Tomatoes

cut into wedges

1 unit

Large egg

hard-cooked, cut into wedges

2 tbsp

Fresh flat-leaf parsley

chopped

1 tbsp

Capers

24 unit

Green picholine olives

pitted and halved

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare the tofu dressing by combining water, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, thyme, salt, pepper, silken tofu, anchovy fillets, and garlic in a food processor or blender.

Step 2
~2 min

Process until smooth and creamy.

Step 3
~2 min

Cover and chill the dressing.

Step 4
~2 min

Prepare the salad by placing potatoes in a saucepan and covering with water.

Step 5
~2 min

Bring to a boil and simmer until tender.

Step 6
~2 min

Drain, rinse with cold water, drain again, and cut potatoes in half.

Step 7
~2 min

Set the potatoes aside.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook green beans in boiling water until crisp-tender.

Step 9
~2 min

Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again.

Step 10
~2 min

Set the green beans aside.

Step 11
~2 min

Prepare a grill or grill pan.

Step 12
~2 min

Sprinkle tuna with salt and pepper.

Step 13
~2 min

Place tuna on the grill or grill pan and cook until it flakes easily.

Step 14
~2 min

Break the tuna into large chunks.

Step 15
~2 min

Arrange tuna, green beans, and red onion in the center of a serving platter.

Step 16
~2 min

Arrange potatoes, tomatoes, and egg around the tuna mixture.

Step 17
~2 min

Sprinkle with parsley, capers, and olives.

Step 18
~2 min

Drizzle with the prepared tofu dressing.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the tuna in lemon juice and herbs before grilling for enhanced flavor.

Use high-quality olive oil for drizzling over the salad.

Adjust the amount of anchovies in the dressing to your taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Accompany with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Grilled asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Nice, France

Cultural Significance

A classic French salad known for its fresh ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer gatherings
Picnics

Occasion Tags

Summer
Lunch
Party
Picnic

Popularity Score

65/100

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