Peppery Watercress Salad With Mandarin Oranges And Almonds
A fresh and peppery watercress salad with sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy sliced almonds, and a zippy honey Dijon lemon dressing. Inspired by vintage British flavors and updated for modern simplicity, this refreshing salad is perfect as a light side dish for grilled meats or a vibrant summer lunch. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, it's an easy, nutritious way to enjoy leafy greens when the weather calls for something crisp and bright.
Equipment
- Salad Bowl
- Tablespoon
- Small Bowl or Jar
- Paper Towel optional
- measuring cup
- Juice Extractor
Ingredients
Watercress Salad
- 4 Cups Watercress Stems Removed
- ¼ Cup Sliced Almonds
- 1 Cup Mandarin Orange Segments Canned And Drained
Honey Dijon Salad Dressing
- ¼ Cup Real Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 Tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Wash and sort watercress removing any spent leaves.
- Pat the watercress dry with paper towels and add to mixing bowl.4 Cups Watercress
- Drain the canned Mandarin oranges. Add to salad.1 Cup Mandarin Orange Segments
- Mix the lemon juice, mustard, and honey together well in a jar or bowl.¼ Cup Real Lemon Juice, 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard, 1 Tbsp Honey
- Refrigerate for 15-20 until chilled before adding nuts and dressing.
- Measure and add in the sliced almonds.¼ Cup Sliced Almonds
- Drizzle the dressing over the cress salad when ready to serve. Toss gently.
Nutrition
Calories: 51kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 39mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1139IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 0.3mg
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