Watercress Cucumber Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing and nutrient-packed Watercress Cucumber Salad, the perfect blend of crisp textures and zesty flavors! Featuring peppery watercress, crunchy English cucumber, and a subtle bite from thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated with a homemade lemon-honey Dijon dressing that strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with vitamins, it's an effortless yet elegant dish that’s ideal as a side for grilled mains, a picnic favorite, or a light appetizer. Simple, healthy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this salad is a delightful way to refresh your menu.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups watercress
- 1 English cucumber
- 0.25 red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the watercress thoroughly and trim any tough stems. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 2
Slice the English cucumber thinly into rounds. If desired, use a mandoline slicer for even slices.
Step 3
Thinly slice the red onion into very fine strips or rings.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 5
In a large salad bowl, combine the watercress, sliced cucumber, and red onion.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (565.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 475.2 |
| Total Fat 43.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 769.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.4g | |
| Protein 5.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 224.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 989.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories