Tuna and Potato Salad
This version of Spain's classic ensalada rusa comes from chef Jose Garces.
Ingredients
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2 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
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1/2 cup frozen baby peas
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1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons crème fraîche
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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Salt and freshly ground pepper
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1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
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2 tablespoons snipped chives
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1 (6-ounce) can or jar solid white tuna in olive oil, preferably Spanish or Italian, drained and flaked
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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4 ounces baby arugula (4 cups)
Direction
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Put the potatoes and carrot in a steamer basket set over a pot of simmering water and steam until just tender, about 9 minutes. Sprinkle the frozen peas on top and steam just until heated through, 1 minute longer. Transfer the vegetables to a plate and refrigerate until they are cooled slightly, about 10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the crème fraîche, mustard, and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Fold in the chopped parsley, chives, flaked tuna, and cooled vegetables.
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In a medium bowl, whisk the olive oil with the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Add the arugula and toss. Mound the greens on plates, top with the tuna and potato salad, and serve.
