Provencal tuna salad

5 servings

20 minutes

Tuna salad Provençal is the embodiment of French elegance and simplicity. This recipe is inspired by the traditional cuisine of Provence, a region known for its fresh, aromatic ingredients. Tender canned tuna, sweet cherry tomatoes, and quail eggs create a harmonious flavor enhanced by tangy capers and the rich aroma of Parmesan. Dressed with a refreshing mix of olive oil and lemon juice, the salad gains brightness and lightness. It is perfect as a light dish for lunch or dinner and also serves as a wonderful appetizer for an exquisite dinner. With its combination of textures and flavors, this salad will please all lovers of Mediterranean cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 190.3
• Proteins: 15.9g
• Fats: 13.1g
• Carbohydrates: 2g

Ingredients

• Canned tuna in its own juice: 250 g
• Cherry tomatoes: 200 g
• Capers: 2 tbsp
• Quail egg: 6 pc
• Green salad: 100 g
• Parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Tear the salad leaves into large pieces. Place them on a plate. Cut the quail eggs and cherry tomatoes in half.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green salad: 100 g
   • Quail egg: 6 pieces
   • Cherry tomatoes: 200 g

2. Place the tomatoes and eggs on top of the leaves.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 200 g
   • Quail egg: 6 pieces

3. Place pieces of tuna, sprinkle with capers and grated parmesan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned tuna in its own juice: 250 g
   • Capers: 2 tablespoons
   • Parmesan cheese: 50 g

4. Mix olive oil with lemon juice and dress the salad.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste