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Ahi Tuna Niçoise Salad Tossed in Mustard-Tarragon Dressing
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Ahi Tuna Niçoise Salad and Mustard-Tarragon Dressing

This ahi tuna Niçoise salad is a fresh, vibrant twist on the French classic — seared sesame tuna, crisp veggies, and a tangy mustard-tarragon dressing that ties it all together. Perfect for lunch or dinner!
Course dinner, lunch, Main Course, Salad
Servings 5 people
Calories 437kcal

Ingredients

Ahi Tuna

  • 8 Ounces Sushi Grade Tuna
  • Cup Soy Sauce
  • ¼ Cup Sesame Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons White Sesame Seeds
  • 2 Tablespoons Black Sesame Seeds
  • 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil

Salad

  • 2 Cups Baby Gem Lettuce
  • 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • ½ Cup Castelvetrano Olives
  • ½ Lemon juiced
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Green Beans

  • 1 Cup Green Beans
  • ½ Lemon juiced
  • 1 Clove Garlic grated
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Potatoes

  • Package Mini Potatoes
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Mustard-Tarragon Dressing

  • ½ Cup Olive Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Tarragon chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 Splash Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 Clove Garlic grated
  • ½ Lemon juiced
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Ahi Tuna Marinade and Tuna

  • Mix ⅓ cup soy sauce and ¼ cup sesame oil in a bowl.
  • Add 2 tbsp white sesame seeds and 2 tbsp black sesame seeds.
  • Coat the ahi tuna with 1 tbsp avocado oil.
  • Marinate the tuna in the soy and sesame mixture for at least 15 minutes.

Cook the Potatoes

  • Bring salted water to a boil.
  • Add mini potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Drain and let cool slightly.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Prepare the Green Beans

  • Trim and blanch 1 cup of green beans in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  • Toss the green beans with juice of ½ lemon, 1 grated garlic clove, salt, and pepper.

Make the Dressing

  • In a bowl, whisk together ½ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp chopped fresh tarragon, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, a splash of red wine vinegar, 1 grated garlic clove, and juice of ½ lemon.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Salad

  • Slice the marinated ahi tuna and sear it quickly in a hot pan until cooked to your liking.
  • On a large platter or individual plates, arrange 2 cups baby gem lettuce, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and ½ cup Castelvetrano olives.
  • Add the cooked potatoes and dressed green beans.
  • Place the sliced ahi tuna on top.
  • Drizzle the salad with the mustard-tarragon dressing.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 25g | Sodium: 1116mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 478IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 3mg