TUNA NICOISE SANDWICH RECIPE - (3.9/5)

Tuna Nicoise Sandwich Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by á-81356

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
coarse salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (6-ounce) cans oil-packed tuna, drained
1/4 English cucumber
1/2 small red onion
1 (8-inch) round loaf country-style bread
3 tablespoons jarred olive tapenade
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 large eggs, hard-cooked and sliced

Steps:

In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and mustard; season with salt and black pepper. Transfer 2 tablespoons dressing to another bowl; toss with tuna. To remaining dressing, add cucumber and onion; toss to combine. Cut bread in half horizontally; remove most of the soft interior crumb. Spread tapenade on the bottom half. Top with basil leaves, then egg slices; season with salt and pepper. Top with tuna, then cucumber mixture; close sandwich. Wrap sandwich tightly in plastic and place between two baking sheets. Weight with a heavy skillet. Let stand 1 hour (or refrigerate, up to overnight). To serve, cut into quarters.