Watercress Salad With Grapes Blue Cheese & Pecans Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This Watercress Salad with Grapes, Blue Cheese, and Pecans is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the peppery taste of watercress with the sweetness of grapes, the tanginess of blue cheese, and the crunch of pecans. The salad is dressed with a simple vinaigrette made from olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. It is perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for a dinner party.

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Ingredients for Watercress Salad With Grapes Blue Cheese & Pecans Recipe

  • 1 cup Watercress
  • 1/4 cup Grapes, Halved
  • 0.13 cup Crumbled Blue Cheese
  • 0.13 cup Pecans, Chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/4 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dijon Mustard

Directions: Watercress Salad With Grapes Blue Cheese & Pecans Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine the watercress, grapes, blue cheese, and pecans.
  • STEP 2.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard.
  • STEP 3.Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • STEP 4.Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • To make the salad more filling, add some grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • Feel free to substitute the blue cheese with feta or goat cheese.
  • For extra crunch, toast the pecans in a dry skillet before adding them to the salad.

Storage and Serving

  • This salad is best served fresh.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • The dressing may separate, so give it a good shake before serving again.
Nutrition
value
244
calories per serving
18 g Fat9 g Protein11 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    18g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Carbs
    11g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    11g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

Fats

  • Fat
    18g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    428mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    515mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    43mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    136mg
  • Vitamin E
    5mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    71mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    231mg
  • Selenium
    3mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp