Hi Eileen! Well…don’t they always say you eat with your eyes first??!! At least, I do and it sounds like you do too! Plus, it’s fun to make it look so pretty, more appetizing I think. Cheers, Caroline
Hi Maya - Thanks for the message. We’re up at the farm this weekend and the weather is finally gorgeous. I was thinking of you yesterday when I fixed some asparagus (I suspect I will always think of you and your little boy going to the U-pick whenever I have asparagus in the future!). Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes Aww that is so sweet thank you for thinking of us!! It was such a good day. It's almost strawberry time so we will take him picking for that and also visit the lavender farm. I think also I will assemble this nicoise undressed also for the boy. He seems to like fish so far and enjoys eggs and SOME vegetables. 🥰
Since you want more of them, how about a healthier Cobb salad with a vinaigrette (red wine holds up nicely) vs some heavy dressing, "coconut bacon" (look this up, it's good, but I think of it more as a smoky element). I change up the cheese---feta is nice.
I found myself with a small package of fingerling potatoes in need of cooking, so I decided to gather the ingredients to make a non tuna version (I prefer poached salmon but that's too costly). I ate the salad last evening and will finish the leftover potatoes on Saturday afternoon.
Hi Kathleen! Thanks for chiming in. I use fresh tuna too but I thought it would be a little more accessible if I demoed it with canned tuna, and frankly the canned tuna I can get here is incredible so it’s an easy pantry option ot always have on hand! Cheers, Caroline
Hi Lynda! I’ll do my best but clearly I’m pretty far behind on getting it going. It feels like I have a bit too much on my salad plate…ha ha ha! Cheers, Caroline
A favorite!! Since I normally cook for myself (or maybe one other friend). I kind of prefer to "arrange" the plate mixed. Also thinking of trying next time with canned salmon, a fish I'm wanting to eat more of (versus tuna). Thanks for the tip on peeling eggs, also dressing each thing separately--started doing with potatoes. This is really a great salad and has everything you'd want in there.
Hey Jay, nice to hear from you again. Canned salmon sounds like a yummy option and the way you prep the salad already mixed is exactly what happens to leftovers at our house! Cheers, Caroline
Thanks, Deborah! I always feel better about having a little more control over the dressing. I like it very lightly dressed, if at all. George likes his dressing with a side of salad 😉 ! Thanks for sending me a note. Cheers, Caroline
It’s a wonderful knife from a small enterprising company based in the US and I\m happy to see them do well although I have no connection and earm nothing from my recommendation. Just me passing on my own opinion of things I use every day. Cheers, Caroline
Hi Suzette - You can find it right here along with recipes for other vidoes that I’ve published too… www.mediterraneanminutes.com/recipe-view/classic-tuna-nicoise-salad/ Hope you enjoy it! Cheers, Caroline
I've made this in the past it surely didn't look as nice as yours! Presentation, presentation! Thanks for another great recipe!
Hi Eileen! Well…don’t they always say you eat with your eyes first??!! At least, I do and it sounds like you do too! Plus, it’s fun to make it look so pretty, more appetizing I think. Cheers, Caroline
Mmm this looks gorgeous!!! I want to learn more composed salad. Hope you're having a nice weekend Caroline!!
Hi Maya - Thanks for the message. We’re up at the farm this weekend and the weather is finally gorgeous. I was thinking of you yesterday when I fixed some asparagus (I suspect I will always think of you and your little boy going to the U-pick whenever I have asparagus in the future!). Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes Aww that is so sweet thank you for thinking of us!! It was such a good day. It's almost strawberry time so we will take him picking for that and also visit the lavender farm. I think also I will assemble this nicoise undressed also for the boy. He seems to like fish so far and enjoys eggs and SOME vegetables. 🥰
Since you want more of them, how about a healthier Cobb salad with a vinaigrette (red wine holds up nicely) vs some heavy dressing, "coconut bacon" (look this up, it's good, but I think of it more as a smoky element). I change up the cheese---feta is nice.
@@515aleon That sounds so nice! I love bacon and feta in salads. Thank you for the recommendation!
@@mmps18 It's good. I wouldn't be opposed to some good quality bacon either.
Looks so good. Enjoying our garden vegetables now.
Sounds like a wonderful plan, Peggy! Enjoy your garden! We do too! Cheers, Caroline
Simple and classic yet I always forget about this one! Thanks for sharing and the reminder.
You’re so welcome! Hope you enjoy it…Cheers, Caroline
Finally I know how to pronounce "nicoise"! I've seen recipes but never made it. I'll definitely be making this one. Thanks
Hi Sharon - Good luck with your first try…I bet it won’t be the last! Cheers, Caroline
I found myself with a small package of fingerling potatoes in need of cooking, so I decided to gather the ingredients to make a non tuna version (I prefer poached salmon but that's too costly). I ate the salad last evening and will finish the leftover potatoes on Saturday afternoon.
Sounds great! I agree, salmon is pretty pricey but a great cost-effective alternative are white beans in this salad too!
Looks so good
Thanks Peggy! It’s just as tasty and healthy as it looks too! Cheers, Caroline
We have this for lunch a few times a month! I use a few different ingredients, but ALWAYS the eggs, potatoes, and green beans.
Hi Gina - Me too! And if you noticed my photo post from yesterday, we have more than enough potatoes in the garden to do it 😉 Cheers, Caroline
you are always a delight to watch. This is one of my favorite salads. I usually use fresh grilled tuna. Love all your tips and dressing. Thank you!
Hi Kathleen! Thanks for chiming in. I use fresh tuna too but I thought it would be a little more accessible if I demoed it with canned tuna, and frankly the canned tuna I can get here is incredible so it’s an easy pantry option ot always have on hand! Cheers, Caroline
Hi Caroline, I would love that recipe added to your website. 😊
Hi Lynda! I’ll do my best but clearly I’m pretty far behind on getting it going. It feels like I have a bit too much on my salad plate…ha ha ha! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes thanks! I am loving all your recipes! 😀
Looks so good ❤
A favorite!! Since I normally cook for myself (or maybe one other friend). I kind of prefer to "arrange" the plate mixed. Also thinking of trying next time with canned salmon, a fish I'm wanting to eat more of (versus tuna). Thanks for the tip on peeling eggs, also dressing each thing separately--started doing with potatoes. This is really a great salad and has everything you'd want in there.
Hey Jay, nice to hear from you again. Canned salmon sounds like a yummy option and the way you prep the salad already mixed is exactly what happens to leftovers at our house! Cheers, Caroline
Looks deliciously beautiful.
Thanks, Natasha! As Eileen commented too, sometimes looks make the plate (and it helps when it tastes as good as it looks!). Cheers, Caroline
What a great tip to dress each ingredient separately!
Thanks, Deborah! I always feel better about having a little more control over the dressing. I like it very lightly dressed, if at all. George likes his dressing with a side of salad 😉 ! Thanks for sending me a note. Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes and thank you for such a delightful summer recipe. I will make it this week
One of my favorites!!💕Love the dressing tip!! Thank you!
Hi Violets and thanks for sending in such a nice comment! Cheers, Caroline
I will try and buy like that knife.
It’s a wonderful knife from a small enterprising company based in the US and I\m happy to see them do well although I have no connection and earm nothing from my recommendation. Just me passing on my own opinion of things I use every day. Cheers, Caroline
This salad dates back to the time of Marie Antoinette. She requested it as her last meal the night before her demise...
That’s so interesting, Lisa. I never knew!
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Thanks again, Crissa!
Would like to have a printable recipe here with the video
Hi Suzette - You can find it right here along with recipes for other vidoes that I’ve published too… www.mediterraneanminutes.com/recipe-view/classic-tuna-nicoise-salad/
Hope you enjoy it! Cheers, Caroline
I went to your website and put this in the search but can’t find the recipe to print. Help? Thanks! :)
Sorry Beth, I haven’t had the chance to upload it yet. Hopefully it will be available for you to download next week! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes ty! 😊