Salmon Niçoise Salad With Anchovies

Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 25+ minutes Additional Time: 20+ minutes

Total Time: 2 hours

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE SALAD :

• 3 cups romaine lettuce

• 4 large eggs

• 1 pound petite potatoes

• 1 package haricot vert beans

• 1 can olives

• 1 tablespoon capers

• 4 small anchovies

• 1.5 pounds salmon

FOR THE VINAIGRETTE:

• 6 tablespoon red wine vinegar

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard

• 1 large clove garlic, minced

• 6 tablespoons olive oil

• salt

• pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

FOR THE THE NIÇOISE SALAD :

1. Chop up romaine lettuce

2. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil

3. Once boiling, gently lower the egg and halved potatoes into the boiling water

4. Boil for 8 minutes

5. In another large bowl, fill with ice water

6. After 8 minutes, remove ONLY the eggs and immediately place in the ice water bowl

7. Add haricot vert beans to the boiling pot with the potatoes

8. Boil for 5 minutes

9. After 5 minutes, drain the potatoes and beans in a colander

10. Submerge in ice water bowl with the eggs until cool, about 3 minutes

11. Peel the eggs and slice in half. Set aside

12. Drain the ice water, keeping only the potatoes and beans in the bowl. Set aside

13. Drain the water from the capers and anchovies. Set aside

FOR THE THE SALMON :

1. Preheat the oven to 350° F

2. Prep salmon with olive oil, salt and pepper

3. Bake the salmon for 15-20 minutes or until flakey. Set aside

   FOR THE CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE :

1. Add the red wine vinegar, olive oil and lemon juice to a small container with lid and swirl together

2. After combined add the mustard, minced garlic, salt and pepper

3. Secure the lid on the container and shake vigorously to emulsify the dressing

ASSEMBLY OF THE SALAD :

1. In a large bowl or platter, assemble the salad

2. Start with the chopped romaine and haricot vert

3. Drizzle vinaigrette dressing over the first layer of greens

4. On the side, place the potatoes and eggs

5. Top with the olives and capers

6. Add another small drizzle of vinaigrette dressing

7. Place salmon in the center

8. Top salmon with anchovies

9. Season platter with salt and pepper

10. Serve immediately