Watercrest Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Watercress Salad—a healthy, flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious! This nutrient-rich salad combines peppery watercress with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy red onion, all topped with creamy feta cheese for a delightful medley of textures and tastes. A zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette, blended with honey and Dijon mustard, ties everything together with a perfect balance of tang and sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this refreshing salad is an ideal side dish or light meal, making it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. With its fresh ingredients and bold flavors, this Watercress Salad is a nutrient-packed crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups watercress
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the watercress thoroughly under cold water and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Trim any tough stems.

Step 2

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, if desired, and slice it into thin rounds.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well emulsified.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad as a garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, tangy watercress salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(686.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	683.1

Total Fat 58.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 2222.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.7g
Protein 17.0g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 596.8mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 1242.6mg	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: 73.8%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 16.7%