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Salad with tuna, pickled cucumber and quail egg

4 servings

20 minutes

This exquisite salad combines the rich flavor of canned tuna, the tenderness of quail eggs, and the spiciness of pickled gherkins. European cuisine is renowned for its harmony of textures and balance of flavors, and this salad is a vivid representative. Crispy croutons add contrast, while olives bring a slight saltiness. Dressed with olive oil, it remains light and fresh, perfect as a standalone dish or a side to fish and white wine. The garnish of basil, sesame seeds, and tomatoes makes it not only a gastronomic delight but also an aesthetic pleasure. Quick to prepare, it will be an excellent choice for dinner or a festive table, highlighting the simplicity and elegance of European culinary art.

Salad with tuna, pickled cucumber and quail egg
Energy value per serving
Calories
536.6kcal
Proteins
34.5grams
Fats
38.4grams
Carbohydrates
7.9grams
Ingredients
4servings
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Tear the salad into large pieces.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Green salad leaves: 1 bunch
  • 2

    Mash the tuna with a fork on a separate plate, remove the bones.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Canned tuna in oil: 2 jars
  • 3

    Cut the egg and olives into 2 pieces.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Quail egg: 10 pieces
    2. Pitted black olives: 1 jar
  • 4

    Cucumbers - in thin rings.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Cornichons (gherkins): 1 jar
  • 5

    Mix everything.

  • 6

    Add any croutons (store-bought or homemade).

    Required ingredients:
    1. Croutons:  to taste
  • 7

    Dress with olive oil.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
  • 8

    Garnish with tomatoes, sesame, and basil (if possible).