Niçoise salad with a Dutch twist

A fiber-rich Niçoise with a Dutch-inspired, gut-friendly twist.

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Recipe description

Bright and balanced, this Niçoise salad with a Dutch-inspired twist brings together colorful vegetables, protein, and healthy fats to support everyday eating. Each bite offers fiber and polyphenols from the veggies, plus lean protein to help keep meals satisfying. The dish celebrates plant diversity and varied textures, which can support a diverse gut-friendly routine when enjoyed as part of a varied diet. It's easy to adapt with seasonal produce and pairs well with simple fermented condiments on the side if you like.

June 22, 2026
Niçoise salad with a Dutch twist
Prep 20 min Cook 15 min High Effort

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Why this recipe fits you

  • Rich in fiber and polyphenols from a variety of vegetables and herbs.
  • Balanced with lean fish/eggs, healthy fats, and plant diversity for gut-friendly nutrition.
  • Easy to adapt with seasonal produce and optional fermented condiments on the side.

Gut Health Score

🌿 Fiber diversity
70
🍇 Polyphenol density
75
🧬 Diversity support
78
🛡️ Inflammation support
82
🫧 Fermentation support
25
⚖️ Blood sugar stability
78

Ingredients

Baby potato
8 piece
Baby potato
Bean, green
8 tablespoon
Bean, green
Tuna, in oil
2 can
Tuna, in oil
Egg
4 piece
Egg
Olive
12 piece
Olive
Cherry tomatoes
1 cup
Cherry tomatoes
Anchovy
6 piece
Anchovy
Lettuce
1 bowl
Lettuce
Cucumber
1 bowl
Cucumber
Onion, red
0.5 piece
Onion, red
Caper
1 tablespoon
Caper
Oil, olive
3 tablespoon
Oil, olive
Vinegar, red wine
2 tablespoon
Vinegar, red wine
Mustard
1 teaspoon
Mustard
Salt
0.5 teaspoon
Salt
Black pepper
0.25 teaspoon
Black pepper
Cheese, young
4 slice
Cheese, young

Instructions

1

Wash and chop the lettuce, then place it in a large bowl.

2

Diced the tomato and cucumber, add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

3

Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then add them to the salad.

4

Add sliced boiled eggs, tuna, and olives to the salad.

5

Drizzle olive oil over the salad, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

6

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

520 kcal Calories
34 g Protein
40 g Carbohydrates
9 g Fiber
6 g Sugar
28 g Fat
4 g Saturated fat
1.3 g Salt

FAQ

What exactly is Niçoise salad and what is the Dutch twist here?
Niçoise is a classic French salad with vegetables, tuna, olives and eggs; this version adds a Dutch-inspired touch while keeping the core components.
What are the main ingredients I should expect?
Typical elements are boiled potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, olives, tuna or anchovies, hard-boiled eggs, and a light vinaigrette; the Dutch twist may include seasonal vegetables and optional fermented condiments on the side.
Can I make this vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. replace tuna/eggs with plant proteins (chickpeas, tempeh) and use a plant-based dressing; omit eggs if needed.
Is this dish gluten-free?
Generally yes, unless the dressing contains gluten (mustard, soy sauce). Use gluten-free condiments.
How can I keep it healthy without sacrificing flavor?
Choose high-quality olive oil, lean protein, and plenty of vegetables; monitor portions to keep it balanced.
What protein options are there besides tuna?
Mackerel, herring, or plant-based options like chickpeas can work as alternatives.
How should I store leftovers and for how long are they good?
Refrigerate promptly; best within 1–2 days. Keep the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.
How can I adapt the recipe to seasonal produce?
Swap in what’s in season: tomatoes, cucumbers, asparagus, beets, etc.
What makes it gut-friendly and how can I add fermented condiments?
Fiber and polyphenols from diverse vegetables support gut health; add fermented condiments on the side if you like.

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