Soy-Free Fresh Watercress Salad
Brighten up your table with this Soy-Free Fresh Watercress Salad, a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish that combines crisp veggies and zesty homemade dressing. Featuring peppery fresh watercress, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy English cucumber slices, and vibrant red onion, this salad delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. The tangy lemon-honey Dijon dressing perfectly complements the earthy greens, while toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch and nutty aroma. With no soy and minimal prep time, this wholesome recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a light yet satisfying meal or side dish. Perfect for gluten-free diets, this quick-to-make salad is sure to become a go-to favorite for healthy eating enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 bunches fresh watercress
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 small red onion
- 1 large lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup almonds
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the watercress, removing any thick stems. Roughly chop if desired.
Slice the English cucumber into thin rounds. If preferred, cut into half-moons for smaller pieces.
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half rings.
In a large salad bowl, combine the watercress, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Zest and juice the lemon into a small bowl.
Add the extra virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the lemon juice and zest bowl. Whisk until the dressing is emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, until fragrant, then let them cool slightly.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad before serving.
Serve immediately to enjoy its fresh and vibrant flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
743 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1396 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 429 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1640 mg | 35% | |
*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.
