Salade Tunisienne with Tuna, Egg and Harissa Dressing
Crunchy tomato, cucumber and pepper salad with tuna, boiled egg and olives in a fiery harissa vinaigrette.
Made with Harissa paste and Basic vinaigrette. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time25 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £3.14 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Lower the eggs into a pan of boiling water and cook for 9 minutes until hard boiled. Cool in cold water, then peel and quarter.
9 min - 2
Put the tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper and red onion in a large serving bowl.
- 3
Whisk your ready made vinaigrette (see the base recipe) with your ready made harissa paste (see the base recipe) in a small bowl until smooth.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently. Leave for 5 minutes so the vegetables absorb the flavour.
- 5
Flake the tuna over the top and add the eggs and olives.
- 6
Scatter with the parsley and serve with a final grinding of black pepper.
Tips
- Dice the vegetables to a similar size so every forkful has a bit of everything.
- Salt draws water out of tomatoes, so dress the salad just before serving.
- Serve with warm flatbread or potatoes to make it more substantial.
Storing and freezing
Best eaten fresh. Keep any leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 1 day. Store the dressing separately for up to 3 days.
Questions
Is this a traditional Tunisian dish?
A chopped salad of tomato, cucumber, pepper and onion with olive oil and harissa is a staple on Tunisian tables, and tuna and egg are common additions in a salade tunisienne.
Can I make it vegan?
Yes. Leave out the tuna and egg and add a tin of chickpeas and a handful of capers.
Can I prepare it ahead?
Chop the vegetables and make the dressing up to a day ahead and keep them separate. Combine just before serving so the salad stays crisp.
More made with harissa paste
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
