Is Nicoise salad healthy?

Yes, it's packed with protein and healthy fats.

Can I use canned tuna for this salad?

Absolutely! Canned tuna is commonly used in Nicoise salad.

Yes, a simple vinaigrette enhances the flavors of the salad.

Salad

A classic French salad with fresh tuna, green beans, potatoes, and eggs for a balanced meal.

Per 100 g

220 kcal

1 plate

660 kcal

(300 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
24 g / 100g	10 g / 100g	10 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 42% · Carbs 18% · Fat 40%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 plate (300 g, 660 kcal) is 33% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 plate takes about 161 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Nicoise Salad with Tuna is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 102 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Roasted Radish Salad	50	1.5 g
Peach Feta Salad	90	3 g
Poached Egg and Asparagus Salad	90	7 g
Tomato Basil Quinoa Salad	120	4.5 g
Chili Lime Quinoa Salad	160	6 g
Nicoise Salad with Tuna	220	24 g

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

8/10

High in protein and nutrients, it makes a well-rounded meal for weight loss.

Is Nicoise salad healthy?: Yes, it's packed with protein and healthy fats.
Can I use canned tuna for this salad?: Absolutely! Canned tuna is commonly used in Nicoise salad.
Is the dressing for Nicoise salad important?: Yes, a simple vinaigrette enhances the flavors of the salad.

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