French Riviera Salad Food

GREEN SALAD WITH THE ULTIMATE FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a two-cup glass measure, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Slowly add the olive oil and continue whisking until the vinaigrette is emulsified. Toss the greens with enough dressing to moisten and serve.

SALADE NIçOISE RECIPE

Steps:

• To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), basil, and garlic in a bowl. Add salt and pepper, and any optional ingredients such as mustard or mayonnaise.
• Boil the eggs for 8 minutes, then let cool in a bowl of cold water. Remove egg shells and chop into quarters.
• Rinse the mesclun lettuce and arrange in a large serving bowl.
• Chop the tomatoes into quarters and toss into the serving bowl, along with the eggs.
• Shred the tuna (or anchovies) into small pieces and add in the bowl.
• Drain and rinse the canned fava beans and put in a pot of boiling water. Bring to a simmer and cook for approx 5-8min until soft.
• Add the rest of the ingredients into the serving bowl and toss the salad.
• Let salad rest for 20 minutes before serving.

FRENCH RIVIERA

Steps:

• In a mixing glass, muddle the apples and fresh mint. Add the Calvados, elderflower liqueur, lime juice and apple juice. Add some ice, shake well and serve.
• Serve over the rocks in a wine glass. Garnish with a slice of green apple and sprig of fresh mint.