Niçoise salad with parmesan shavings — a fresh mediterranean classic

Preparazione

• 1

  Discover a refreshed take on the iconic Niçoise salad — light, colorful, full of sun kissed flavors, and perfect for warm weather meals. This Mediterranean classic blends fresh, vibrant ingredients such as olives, tuna, and anchovies, and is elevated here with Parmigiano Reggiano D.O.P. for a subtle Italian touch. Easy to make, healthy, and endlessly customizable, this recipe is ideal for relaxed family dinners, gatherings with friends, or simply treating yourself to a fresh and flavorful dish

• 2

  Blanch the fresh fava beans in boiling salted water for 3–5 minutes. Transfer immediately into iced water to stop cooking, then drain thoroughly

• 3

  Place the salad greens into a large bowl. Use any variety you like: lettuce, oak‑leaf, or arugula

• 4

  Thinly slice the spring onions, garlic, olives, anchovies, and artichokes.

  You may substitute spring onions with scallions, and green olives with black olives if you prefer

• 5

  Add the drained fava beans to the salad, then scatter the chopped ingredients over the top

• 6

  Slice the hard boiled eggs into rounds and arrange them neatly on top.

  For extra crunch and color, add a few slices of pink radish

• 7

  Drizzle with olive oil or a simple lemon‑based vinaigrette

• 8

  Finish by adding Parmigiano Reggiano shavings or grated Parmesan over the entire salad

• 9

  Garnish with whole or chopped basil leaves.

• For additional depth, a light drizzle of balsamic vinegar just before serving works beautifully

• This salad is extremely adaptable and can quickly become your signature dish.

  Here are a few ideas:

  • Add multicolored cherry tomatoes or sliced red/green peppers for more vibrancy.

  • Replace the olive oil dressing with a basil vinaigrette for a more aromatic version.

  • Substitute anchovies with smoked trout or smoked salmon.

  • Add capers for a sharper, brinier flavor.

  • Include Mozzarella chunks or even Burrata alongside the Parmesan for a stronger Italian character.

  • Add cooked, chilled green beans for a more traditional touch — or cooked potatoes or cold rice for a heartier version.