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Veggie Nicoise Salad: A Summertime Delight

Veggie Nicoise Salad on a Sunny Table

A vibrant and healthy Veggie Nicoise Salad with fresh vegetables and a tangy vinaigrette.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. Steam green beans until bright green and crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, olives, and red onion in a large bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette.
  5. Pour vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss gently.
  6. Arrange mixed greens on a platter and top with the vegetable mixture.
  7. Garnish with hard-boiled eggs and fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a richer flavor, marinate the vegetables in the vinaigrette for 30 minutes before serving. Add grilled artichoke hearts for an extra layer of flavor.