Soy-Free Fresh Watercress Salad

Bright, crisp, and bursting with wholesome flavors, this Soy-Free Fresh Watercress Salad is a refreshing and nutrient-packed addition to your table. Featuring tender bunches of peppery watercress, crunchy English cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and sharp red onion, this salad is as vibrant in taste as it is in appearance. The zesty homemade dressing—made with fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of honey, and Dijon mustard—is perfectly balanced to enhance the natural flavors of the vegetables without overpowering them. To top it all off, toasted almonds add a delightful crunch and nutty aroma. Completely soy-free and ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy salad is perfect for a light lunch or a stunning side dish. Whether you're serving it for a summer gathering or a casual weeknight meal, it's sure to impress with its fresh ingredients and simple elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 bunches fresh watercress
• 1 medium English cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 small red onion
• 1 large lemon
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup almonds

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the watercress, removing any thick stems. Roughly chop if desired.

Step 2

Slice the English cucumber into thin rounds. If preferred, cut into half-moons for smaller pieces.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half rings.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the watercress, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 6

Zest and juice the lemon into a small bowl.

Step 7

Add the extra virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the lemon juice and zest bowl. Whisk until the dressing is emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Step 9

Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, until fragrant, then let them cool slightly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad before serving.

Step 11

Serve immediately to enjoy its fresh and vibrant flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(869.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	743.1

Total Fat 61.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1396.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 16.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 429.0mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1640.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.7%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 22.0%