Smoked Chicken Nicoise Salad
Serves 6 as a light main course
2 (360g) Smoked Chicken Breast- sliced
50g Anchovy Fillets - drained of oil
200g Green Beans - cooked, sliced & chilled
4 Little Gem Lettuces - washed & separated
1 Bunch Watercress - washed
100g Feta Cheese - cubed
3 Hard-boiled Eggs - quartered
12 Cherry Tomatoes
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tbls Fresh Basil or Oregano Leaves
Balsamic Vinegar
Freshly Ground Black Pepper & Salt
Arrange the beans, lettuce leaves, cheese, watercress and eggs on a platter. Drizzle with olive oil followed by vinegar and plenty of seasoning. Toss lightly. Pile on the chicken, anchovies, tomatoes, olives and herbs with a twist of black pepper and a little more olive oil if desired. Serve with thick slices of crusty white bread.