Watercress and celery salad
Refresh your palate with our vibrant Watercress and Celery Salad recipe. Featuring crisp celery, nutrient-dense watercress, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber tossed in a zesty olive oil, vinegar, and mustard dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish!
- 21 Apr 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 8 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
This refreshing Watercress and Celery Salad is a perfect blend of crisp vegetables and creamy avocado, dressed with a tangy mustard vinaigrette. It's a light yet satisfying dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side to complement your main course.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the celery, watercress, avocado, and cucumber thoroughly under cold running water.
- Remove the ends of the celery stalk.
- Slice the celery thinly on an angle to create attractive, diagonal pieces.
- Transfer the sliced celery to a large mixing bowl.
- Trim any tough stems from the watercress.
- Add the watercress to the mixing bowl with the celery.
- Cut the avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit.
- Scoop out the avocado flesh with a spoon and cut it into bite-sized cubes or slices, whichever you prefer.
- Add the avocado pieces to the mixing bowl.
- Trim the ends of the cucumber.
- You can peel the cucumber if you prefer, but it’s optional.
- Slice the cucumber thinly, either into rounds or half-moons if you prefer smaller pieces.
- Add the cucumber slices to the mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, and mustard.
- Whisk the ingredients together until fully combined and emulsified.
- Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, with optional salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the prepared vegetables in the mixing bowl.
- Gently toss the salad with two large spoons or your hands to ensure the dressing coats all ingredients evenly.
- Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual plates.
- Garnish with extra watercress or celery leaves if desired.
- Serve the Watercress and Celery Salad immediately while fresh and crisp.
Tips:
- Ensure that all vegetables are washed thoroughly before preparation.
- For extra crunch, add a handful of toasted nuts or seeds like almonds or sunflower seeds.
- If you prefer a slightly sweeter dressing, consider adding a teaspoon of honey to the vinaigrette.
- To keep the avocado from browning, prepare it last and toss it in the dressing immediately.
- Feel free to add other fresh herbs like parsley or dill for added flavor.
Enjoy this vibrant Watercress and Celery Salad as a healthy addition to your meal. Its combination of fresh, crunchy vegetables and a delightful dressing makes it a truly invigorating dish. Don't forget to experiment with additional toppings or variations to make it your own!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 80 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 50kcal | 2% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 0.90g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 3.84g | 1% |
| Fiber 2.13g | 6% |
| Sugar 0.93g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 7g | 8% |
| Saturated 1.02g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 11ug | 1% |
| Choline 7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.03mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 0.52mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.09mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B9 27ug | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 4.95mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E 0.60mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 22ug | 18% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 18mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.07mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.28mg | 3% |
| Magnesium, Mg 14mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus, P 27mg | 2% |
| Potassium, K 220mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 0.50ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 24mg | 2% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.25mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 70g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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