Watercress salad with honey-mustard dressing

Delight in the simplicity and freshness of our Watercress Salad with Honey-Mustard Dressing. This vibrant recipe combines peppery watercress with a tangy-sweet dressing made from vinegar, honey, mustard, and olive oil. Perfect for a light and refreshing meal or side dish!

  • 10 May 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

Watercress salad with honey-mustard dressing

Watercress salad with honey-mustard dressing is a delightful blend of peppery watercress and a tangy-sweet dressing, perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish. This simple salad packs a punch of flavor while being incredibly easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup vinegar
72g
1 tbsp honey
10g
1 tbsp mustard
16g
2/3 cup olive oil
160g
1 tbsp watercress
16g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 1/3 cup vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 tablespoon mustard. Whisk together until well-blended.
- Slowly drizzle in the 2/3 cup olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the mixture into a smooth, cohesive dressing.
- Finely chop 1 tablespoon of watercress and stir it into the dressing for added flavor.
- Optionally, add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
2. Prepare the Salad:
- Thoroughly rinse the fresh watercress leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, place the rinsed and dried watercress leaves, roughly arranging them to make a nice bed of greens.
- Just before serving, drizzle the honey-mustard dressing over the watercress leaves. Toss gently to evenly coat the leaves with the dressing.
4. Serve:
- Transfer the dressed salad to individual salad plates or bowls.
- Enjoy immediately as a refreshing starter or a light, healthy accompaniment to your main dish.

Tips:

- Quality Ingredients: Use high-quality olive oil and mustard to ensure the best flavor for your dressing.

- Balance the Flavors: Adjust the amount of honey and mustard to your taste preference. If you like it sweeter, add more honey; for a tangier kick, increase the mustard.

- Freshness: Ensure your watercress is fresh. Look for vibrant green leaves without any yellowing or wilting.

- Emulsify the Dressing: Whisk the vinegar, honey, and mustard together first, then slowly add the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth, well-emulsified dressing.

- Serve Immediately: Dress the watercress salad just before serving to keep the leaves crisp and prevent them from wilting.

Watercress salad with honey-mustard dressing is a delicious and nutritious dish that is sure to impress. The peppery watercress combined with the sweet and tangy honey-mustard dressing creates a harmonious balance of flavors that is both satisfying and refreshing. Enjoy this salad as part of a healthy meal or as a flavorful side dish.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size33 grams
Energy
Calories 7kcal0%
Protein
Protein 0.13g0%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 1.24g0%
Fiber 0.09g0%
Sugar 1.09g1%
Fat
Fat 20g23%
Saturated 2.78g9%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 3.08ug0%
Choline 0.62mg0%
Vitamin B1 0.01mg0%
Vitamin B2 0.00mg0%
Vitamin B3 0.02mg0%
Vitamin B6 0.00mg0%
Vitamin B9 0.32ug0%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 0.82mg1%
Vitamin E 0.03mg0%
Vitamin K 4.72ug4%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 4.17mg0%
Copper, Cu 0.00mg0%
Iron, Fe 0.06mg1%
Magnesium, Mg 1.79mg0%
Phosphorus, P 3.96mg0%
Potassium, K 16mg0%
Selenium, Se 0.67ug1%
Sodium, Na 22mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.02mg0%
Water
Water 12g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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