A light salad nicoise is just the right dish for recovering from the heavy foods of the holidays while still enjoying a filling dinner. Smarts: This would make a great 'mason' jar salad. Put the vinaigrette on the bottom and then layer with tuna, eggs, green beans, tomatoes, and greens.
Hard boil eggs - Place in a saucepan, and cover eggs by 1” (or 2.5 cm) of water. Salt generously and then bring to a boil. Once water has reached a boil, take it off the heat and just let it sit for 11 minutes. Crack and chop eggs before serving. (Can be done up to 3 days ahead)
Make vinaigrette - Dice shallots. Mix with capers, sherry vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Green beans - Slice into 2” (or 5 cm) long pieces. Place into a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a wet paper towel and microwave for 1.5 to 2 minutes, until tender but still crunchy.
Olives - Slice.
Tomatoes - Chop.
Tuna - Drain.
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