Tuna Niçoise Tartine

Ingredients

• 1 piece baguette, halved lengthwise
• 5 oz canned tuna in olive oil, drained
• 1/4 cup Niçoise or Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 large hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped(optional)
• to taste salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat. Toast the baguette halves cut-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden and crisp.

2. 2

   In a bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   Flake the drained tuna into the dressing, add the sliced olives, and gently fold to combine.

4. 4

   Spread the tuna mixture evenly over the toasted baguette halves.

5. 5

   Top with sliced hard-boiled eggs and cherry tomatoes, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.