Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Nicoise Pasta Salad
- In a small jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, shallots, Dijon, and whole grain mustard. Seal and shake for 30 seconds until mixed. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook for about 15 minutes, until tender. Drain and toss with half the vinaigrette while warm.
- In the same pot, add egg noodles and cook per package instructions for 7-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Blanch green beans in reserved hot pasta water for about 1 minute, until bright green. Plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain.
- In a large bowl, combine dressed potatoes, cooked egg noodles, blanched green beans, chicken, tomatoes, olives, cucumber, and bell pepper. Add remaining vinaigrette and toss gently.
- Quarter hard-boiled eggs and nestle them on top. Let the salad rest for 15 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Keeping the dressing separate until serving helps prevent sogginess. Allowing the salad to sit after dressing enhances the flavor blending.
