Sugar-Free Fresh Watercress Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and healthy Sugar-Free Fresh Watercress Salad, packed with nutrient-dense superfoods and a zesty homemade dressing. Crisp, peppery watercress provides the perfect base, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, hydrating cucumber slices, creamy avocado, and the subtle sharpness of red onion. This sugar-free salad is tossed in a tangy blend of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar, elevated by the bold kick of Dijon mustard and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make, refreshing salad is a low-carb, nutrient-packed option for anyone seeking guilt-free flavor. Serve it as a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or even as a centerpiece for your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh watercress
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 small cucumber
• 0.5 red onion
• 1 ripe avocado
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing the watercress under cold running water to remove any dirt. Dry it thoroughly using a salad spinner or by gently patting with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Cut it into thin half-moons and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Cut the avocado into cubes and add them to the salad.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl.

Step 8

Gently toss everything together with clean hands or salad tongs, ensuring each component is well-coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the top of the salad.

Step 10

Serve the salad fresh, dividing it evenly among four plates or serving bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(857.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	729.9

Total Fat 66.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1436.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 12.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 406.5mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 2352.6mg	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: 75.6%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 18.1%