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Healthy Nicoise Salad (Gluten Free)

Published April 16, 2015. Last updated January 23, 2021 by Samantha Rowland

Large oval plate filled with healthy nicoise salad. Pinterest text on the bottom of the photo
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This healthy nicoise salad is packed with healthy ingredients and it’s a very filling but figure friendly. Sometimes salad can get a little bit over done with toppings, and before you know it a healthier option really would’ve been a burger and fries. But not this beauty.

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Nicoise Salad with potatoes, beets, red cabbage and eggs

Okay, okay I’ll admit I have an affinity for salad. Call me weird, call me crazy, but I can’t get enough. I’ll happily eat my weight in salad every day without complaining. But don’t fret if salad is not for you, I’m here to change your mind!

What do you need to make a Vegetarian Nicoise Salad?

There are some key ingredients for the nicoise salad that I think really make it noteworthy and irresistible.

  • Roasted potatoes, do I even have to explain why these are delicious? These potatoes are super crunchy on the outside and deliciously soft and creamy on the inside. the perfect nicoise salad topper. Certainly better than croutons, and better for you.
  • Hard-boiled eggs. I love hard-boiled eggs in a salad. When the soft crumbly yolk mixes with the vinaigrette, it ends up giving the dressing a creamy consistency. But I get it, some people don’t love eggs like I do. So I like to leave them halved like this, in case people don’t like the yolks (they can pop the yolks out and still enjoy the egg whites) or if they don’t eat eggs, they can avoid them completely. This is a much better option than chopped eggs for this reason. Eggs not your thing? That’s okay add some hemp hearts. You get the same benefit of heart healthy fat and you also get some protein!
  • Roasted beets – an added layer of sweetness, roasted beets make this salad simple irresistible
  • Homemade dressing made with dijon mustard

Nicoise Salad with crispy potatoes

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Whatever you do, don’t skip on the healthy fats. They help you feel full with less food. To get the most out of your nicoise salad you have to have fats; those fat-soluble vitamins aren’t doing you any good with that fat-free dressing and lettuce.

Salads are a great way to get your daily recommended fruit and veggie intake. Remember most vegetables are packed with water and are very low-calorie on their own. Where people get in trouble with salads is adding too many high-fat or high calorie toppings. Let’s not forget that pesky salad dressing. Most bottled brands that you find on your local grocery shelf are unfortunately packed with so many chemicals and nonfood substances, I try to stay away from them all together.

Nicoise Salad packed with veggies

What do you need to make a homemade dressing for this Nicoise Salad?

  • Dijon Mustard
  • Champagne Vinegar
  • Olive Oil
  • Herbs de Provence
  • Salt

But this girl loves her salad dressing. So I found ways to make my own salad dressing! Dijon mustard is my go-to as the emulsifier (that means it helps the dressing get thick and stay together) and a flavor agent. I keep about seven or eight types of vinegar in my home at all times. I find that vinegar is usually exactly what I need to add brightness to a dish. And of course you have to add spices and heart healthy olive oil  for added flavor and to balance out that acidity in the vinegar.

I think everyone has a different level of acidity that they love and they also have different vinegar’s that they prefer, so the recipe is more just for reference, please feel free to add more or less vinegar as you find suitable for your pallet. If you’re new to making your own salad dressings I would recommend red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, champagne vinegar, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and sherry vinegar. The list might seem excessive but I’m sure you probably already have two or three of those in your home already; and if you commit to making your own salad dressing you’ll quickly find that the investment in the vinegar’s was well worth it.

If you love this healthy Nicoise Salad Recipe you should try:

  • Chopped Greek salad
  • Cherry Kale Salad
  • Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing
  • Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad with Creamy Balsamic
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Healthy Nicoise Salad

Vegetarian Nicoise Salad is the perfect lunch or brunch meal! This salad has a homemade dressing and is packed with flavor! Spicy arugula topped with hard boiled eggs, roasted potatoes, roasted beets and avocado! Perfect gluten free, dairy free, paleo and Whole30 friendly meal!
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Nicoise Salad
Prep Time: 1 hr
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 2
Author: Samantha Rowland

Ingredients

  • 1 package spinach
  • 1 package arugula
  • 2 large beets - chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups roasted potatoes
  • 1 red bell peppers - diced
  • 1 large avocado - cubed
  • .5 Juice of half a lemon or lime
  • 1/2 cup red cabbage - sliced thin
  • 3-4 hard boiled eggs or 2 tbs. hemp hearts

Dressing

  • 1 tbs. dijon mustard
  • 3 tbs. champagne vinegar
  • 2-3 tbs. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. herbs de province or italian seasoning
  • pinch salt
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Roast potatoes (use these directions) and beets the day before or earlier in the day so they have time to cool.
  • Hard Boil eggs (start eggs in cold water, bring to boil, once boiling, turn off heat and cover) let rest 10 minutes. Drain and add cold water to pan with ice cubes. Peel within 10 minutes to ensure egg shells are easily removable. Let eggs cool 1 hour.
  • Once eggs have cooled, cabbage, red bell pepper and beets and start to assemble the salad.
  • Place spinach and arugula in bowl. Add each ingredient to the salad, moving around the plate.
  • Slice avocado and add lemon juice to avocado before adding it to the salad so it doesn't brown.
  • Slice eggs in half and add to salad.

Dressing

  • In a small bowl, add dijon mustard, spices and champagne vinegar. Stir. Slowly whisk in olive oil until thick dressing is made. Add salt and pepper, and taste.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
609
Fat
 
38
g
Carbohydrates
 
51
g
Fiber
 
19
g
Sugar
 
11
g
Protein
 
22
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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  1. Sherry

    April 23, 2015 at 11:36 pm

    This looks awesome! I’m sure it tastes just as good as it looks. Thanks for linking up and sharing with us at Funtastic Featured. You’re featured this week. Hope we see you again at this week’s party.

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  2. Janice @ Fitness Cheerleader

    April 22, 2015 at 9:54 pm

    5 stars
    Yum, what a delicious looking salad! I could seriously eat my weight in salad too!

    Reply
  3. JoAnna

    April 22, 2015 at 8:11 pm

    I love that you put beets in this. I can’t wait to make this version!!!

    Reply
  4. Elaine

    April 21, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    Yum!! Thanks for sharing on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday – Link Party!! Hope to see you again on Thursday!! Pinned!

    Reply
  5. Catherine Holt

    April 20, 2015 at 11:53 pm

    Love love love the incorporation of the roasted potatoes into this salad. Yes I agree….WAY better than croutons. Why had I not htought of this before??

    Thanks for sharing at Marvelous Monday on Smart Party Planning.

    Reply
  6. Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness

    April 20, 2015 at 8:40 pm

    5 stars
    I love my salads too. I never thought of adding roasted potatoes to salads, I love the idea. Your homemade salad dressing sounds great too.

    Reply
  7. Michelle @ The Complete Savorist

    April 19, 2015 at 6:58 pm

    I don’t find you one bit odd for loving salad so! I love it too. As low as I had a protein in it and different dressing, I could eat it every day as well.

    Reply
    • Sam

      April 20, 2015 at 12:29 am

      So glad I’m not alone with my love for salad!!

      Reply
  8. Nicole

    April 17, 2015 at 11:39 pm

    You have a lot of goodness packed into your salad! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  9. Lauren @ Wicked Spatula

    April 17, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    This salad looks SO delicious! I love potatoes on salads!

    Reply
  10. Jenn, hellorigby.com

    April 17, 2015 at 6:05 pm

    Yum! Love all the colorful additions to this salad, I just love beets and I would never have thought of potatoes!

    Reply
    • Sam

      April 20, 2015 at 12:35 am

      Thanks Jen – the potatoes have been my new obsession!

      Reply
  11. Des @ Life's Ambrosia

    April 17, 2015 at 5:49 pm

    What a gorgeous salad! I love love love eggs in salads. In fact I’m making one with them tonight. I’ll need to try this one soon!

    Reply
  12. Christine

    April 17, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    Hmmm. I said in my post that salad isn’t comfort food but this one is making me rethink that. Those potatoes. Pretty comforting!

    Reply
  13. Carmy

    April 17, 2015 at 3:25 pm

    That looks HUGE! Love it! Eggs are so filling so I love putting them in salads!

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