Salade Niçoise

Salade Niçoise is a classic French salad originating from the city of Nice in the Provence region. It is a vibrant composed salad traditionally featuring a base of fresh tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, Niçoise olives, and anchovies or tuna, often paired with blanched green beans or potatoes.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is typically balanced, offering a good source of protein from the eggs and fish, healthy fats from the olives and dressing, and moderate carbohydrates if potatoes or beans are included. A standard serving generally ranges from 400 to 600 calories, depending on the portion sizes and specific ingredients used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	850 mg
Vitamin A	300 µg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin K	120 µg
Vitamin B12	4.5 µg
Potassium	550 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Magnesium	40 mg

Per 1 large plate (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it embodies the 'cuisine du soleil' (cuisine of the sun) of the French Riviera, celebrating fresh, local Mediterranean ingredients. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal in a bowl, providing a satisfying mix of macronutrients and is often praised for its heart-healthy fats from olive oil and olives.