Watercress Beef and Feta Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Watercress Beef and Feta Salad, a perfect fusion of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Tender, perfectly seared beef sirloin slices are paired with peppery watercress, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy crumbled feta cheese, and crisp red onion for a delightful mix of textures and tastes. The star of this dish is the zesty homemade dressing, featuring lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and balsamic vinegar, which ties everything together with a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this protein-packed salad makes an ideal lunch or light dinner, and it’s as stunning to serve as it is delicious to eat. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this recipe promises restaurant-quality flavor right in your own kitchen. Keywords: beef salad recipe, watercress salad, feta cheese, homemade salad dressing, quick dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Beef sirloin steak
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 100 grams Watercress
• 150 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 100 grams Feta cheese
• 0.5 Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Season the beef sirloin steak on both sides with half a teaspoon of salt and half a teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium rare, or longer for desired doneness.

Step 3

Remove the steak from the skillet, let it rest for 5-7 minutes, then slice it thinly against the grain.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine watercress, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 7

Plate the salad mixture evenly among 4 serving plates. Top each plate with slices of steak.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Watercress Beef and Feta Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(838.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1388.9

Total Fat 97.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 299mg	0%
Sodium 3845.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 97.5g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 723.2mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1909.3mg	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: 63.1%

Protein: 28.1%

Carbs: 8.8%