Watercress Orange and Red Onion Salad
Brighten up your table with the zesty and refreshing Watercress Orange and Red Onion Salad, a vibrant dish that brings together peppery watercress, juicy orange slices, and the mild sharpness of red onion. Dressed in a citrusy vinaigrette made with fresh orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and a drizzle of olive oil, this salad is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick, no-cook recipe that works beautifully as a light appetizer or a colorful side dish for any meal. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this salad is a delightful way to incorporate fresh, wholesome ingredients into your diet. Perfect for spring or summer gatherings, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Watercress
- 2 Orange
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the watercress thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner. Set aside.
Peel the oranges, removing all the pith, and slice horizontally into 1/4-inch rounds. If desired, cut each slice into halves or quarters for more bite-sized pieces.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons, depending on your preference.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
In a large salad bowl or serving plate, arrange the watercress as a base. Top with the orange slices and red onion.
Drizzle the prepared citrus dressing evenly over the salad just before serving.
Toss gently to combine or leave as a composed salad for a more decorative look. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 662 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1162 mg | 25% | |
*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.
