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 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:
Instructions:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Size | 33 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 7kcal | 0% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 0.13g | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 1.24g | 0% |
| Fiber 0.09g | 0% |
| Sugar 1.09g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 20g | 23% |
| Saturated 2.78g | 9% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 3.08ug | 0% |
| Choline 0.62mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 0.01mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B9 0.32ug | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 0.82mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 4.72ug | 4% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 4.17mg | 0% |
| Copper, Cu 0.00mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.06mg | 1% |
| Magnesium, Mg 1.79mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus, P 3.96mg | 0% |
| Potassium, K 16mg | 0% |
| Selenium, Se 0.67ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 22mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.02mg | 0% |
| 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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