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How to Make Watercress Salad

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The small, dark green leaves of watercress are often used as a garnish, but their slightly bitter, peppery taste is appreciated in many soups, sandwiches and salads. The contrasts of color and flavor in this salad makes it a delicious accompaniment for fish dishes.
Serves 6.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 3 bunches watercress, washed, dried and tough stems removed
  • 2 oranges, sectioned, membranes removed and sections halved
  • 1/4 cup thin-sliced mild red radishes
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
  • Green onions
  • Jar
  • Plates
  • Celery salt
  • Watercress
  • Orange Juice
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Oranges
  • Lime Juice
  • Radishes
  • Sugar
  1. Step 1

    Arrange watercress on a large platter or individual salad plates.

  2. Step 2

    Divide the orange slices, radishes and green onions over each plate of watercress.

  3. Step 3

    Combine the oil, orange juice, lime juice, sugar and celery salt in a blender or jar with a lid to make the dressing.

  4. Step 4

    Blend or shake until smooth.

  5. Step 5

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Serve immediately.

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