Watercress Salad With Lemon Dressing

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A crisp, peppery green salad brightened with zesty lemon vinaigrette and sweet fruit accents
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This vibrant watercress salad offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The peppery bite of fresh watercress is balanced by the mild creaminess of grated Monterey Jack cheese and the sweetness of blueberries or seedless red grapes. A light lemon dressing ties everything together, highlighting the natural freshness of the ingredients. Crunchy toasted pecans add a satisfying nuttiness. It’s an easy, elegant dish perfect for a light lunch, a summer picnic, or a refreshing side to grilled fish or chicken.

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Watercress Salad With Lemon Dressing

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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 1 Calories: 146.3

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This vibrant watercress salad offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The peppery bite of fresh watercress is balanced by the mild creaminess of grated Monterey Jack cheese and the sweetness of blueberries or seedless red grapes. A light lemon dressing ties everything together, highlighting the natural freshness of the ingredients. Crunchy toasted pecans add a satisfying nuttiness. It&# 226;€™s an easy, elegant dish perfect for a light lunch, a summer picnic, or a refreshing side to grilled fish or chicken.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the stemmed watercress thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels or a salad spinner.
  2. If using grapes, halve them lengthwise. Leave blueberries whole.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the watercress, grated Monterey Jack cheese, fruit, and toasted pecans.
  4. Toss gently with your hands or tongs to distribute ingredients evenly.
  5. Serve immediately with lemon dressing on the side or drizzled over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 146.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.1g18%
Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 78.6mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 10.1g4%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 6.2g
Protein 6.2g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For the lemon dressing, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper until emulsified.

Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

This salad is best served fresh; dressing the greens too early can cause wilting.

Substitute arugula or mixed baby greens if watercress is unavailable, though the peppery flavor will differ slightly.

Keywords: watercress, lemon, salad, dressing, monterey jack, blueberries, grapes, pecans, vegetarian, fresh, light, healthy, quick, easy, peppery, citrus, fruit, nutty, green, side dish
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