Indulge in the refreshing flavors of watercress, avocado, and orange in a delightful salad that combines the crispness of greens, the creaminess of avocado, and the vibrant sweetness of oranges. This vibrant salad is not only visually appealing but also a powerhouse of nutrients, offering a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Whether you're seeking a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a refreshing meal on a warm day, this watercress avocado and orange salad will surely tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling invigorated.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
WATERCRESS, ORANGE, AND AVOCADO SALAD
Provided by Roberto Santibañez
Categories Salad Garlic Onion Christmas Vegetarian Quick & Easy Lime Orange Avocado Pomegranate Cabbage Watercress Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For dressing:
- Preheat broiler. Place garlic cloves on small baking sheet; broil until golden brown, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat. Add onion slices; cook until light brown and slightly softened, about 7 minutes per side. Finely chop garlic and onion. Whisk pomegranate juice and next 4 ingredients in small bowl. Whisk in 1/4 cup oil. Mix in onion and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in cilantro.
- For salad:
- Cut off all peel and white pith from oranges. Cut between membranes to release segments.
- Combine cabbage, watercress, green onions, and orange segments in large bowl. Add dressing and avocado slices and toss gently to coat. Transfer salad to large platter and serve.
- *A thick pomegranate syrup; available at some supermarkets and Middle Eastern markets and by mail from Adriana's Caravan (adrianascaravan.com).
WATERCRESS, AVOCADO AND ORANGE SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Soak 1/4 thinly sliced red onion in cold water, about 10 minutes. Whisk 1/4 cup orange juice, the juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoons dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl. Whisk in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Drain the onion; toss with 2 bunches watercress, 2 sliced avocados, 2 segmented oranges and the dressing. Top with chopped toasted hazelnuts.
WATERCRESS AND ORANGE SALAD
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim off any tough stems from the bottoms of the watercress. Rinse the leaves and drain well. There should be about 10 cups of loosely packed leaves.
- Put the leaves into a salad bowl. Add the orange wedges and onion rings.
- Put the mustard, cumin and vinegar into a small bowl and beat with a wire whisk. Beat in the oil and add salt and pepper. Pour the sauce over the salad and toss well. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 152, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 289 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
AVOCADO AND WATERCRESS SALAD
Provided by Maggie Ruggiero
Categories Salad Appetizer No-Cook Picnic Low Carb Quick & Easy High Fiber Low Sodium Mother's Day Dinner Avocado Spring Summer Healthy Potluck Watercress Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Kosher
Yield makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir together vinegar, onion, apple, soy sauce, and sugar until sugar has dissolved, then stir in oil.
- Just before serving, toss watercress with enough dressing to coat. Quarter, pit, and peel avocado, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Gently toss with watercress.
AVOCADO ORANGE SALAD
My mom passed this recipe on to me. It's a longtime family favorite. The tangy oranges, crisp lettuce and mellow flavor of the avocado are terrific together.-Catherine Shelton, Las Vegas, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- On two salad plates, arrange the greens, orange, avocado and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salads.
Nutrition Facts :
WATERCRESS AND AVOCADO SALAD
Provided by Food Network
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl. Tear watercress into bite-sized pieces and toss with dressing. Divide salad among 6 serving plates. Thinly slice avocado halves into strips lengthwise. Garnish center of each salad with avocado and serve.
WATERCRESS & ORANGE SALAD
Keep this recipe handy when you need to make a special salad quickly. The flavorful vinaigrette adds a refreshing touch to the greens and oranges. -Alpha Wilson, Roswell, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine watercress and oranges. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ORANGE-WATERCRESS BREAD SALAD
A bread salad with a spicy twist!
Provided by Athena Reese
Categories Salad
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spread bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bread is toasted but still chewy, about 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool, about 10 minutes.
- While bread cools, heat a frying pan over medium heat. Toast almonds in the hot pan, stirring continuously, until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into the frying pan and heat over medium heat. Add shallot and cook and stir for 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl; whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil and red wine vinegar until blended for a vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss toasted bread, watercress, almonds, and orange segments together in a large serving bowl. Add vinaigrette and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 266 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
WATERCRESS AND AVOCADO SALAD
This recipe is divine but you really need to try it to be convinced! While there seems to be a few ingredients it really is NOT a lot of work.
Provided by ShezzaDezza
Categories Avocado
Time 15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Salad:.
- Peel and segment oranges. Keep juice for dressing.
- Trim and peel asparagus. Blanche for 1 minute in boiling water and then place in cold water. Cut into thin discs.
- Remove watercress stems, wash and (spin) dry.
- Cut onion on the bias, (or dice).
- Toast pistachios in oven or frying pan (with no oil) until they swell a tiny bit and brown. Roughly chop the pistachios.
- Cut avocado and toss salad together. Season with salt and pepper.
- Dressing:.
- The sugar and mustard seed oil can be optional.
- Whisk together and set aside while making salad. Strain just before using and pour over salad just before serving.
- Toss salad gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.3, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 19.7, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 8, Sugar 7, Protein 5.2
WATERCRESS AND ORANGE SALAD
The peppery greens pair well with the sweet citrus in this salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Slice off both ends of oranges. With a sharp knife, cut away peel and pith. Cut along membranes to remove segments. Squeeze 2 tablespoons juice from membranes into a small bowl.
- Add oil, vinegar, and mustard; whisk to combine, and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss together watercress and dressing; top with orange segments, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe avocados. Look for avocados that are dark green or black in color, and slightly soft to the touch.
- To prevent the avocado from browning, toss it with a little lemon or lime juice.
- If you don't have an orange on hand, you can substitute another citrus fruit, such as grapefruit or lemon.
- Add some crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese for a tangy flavor.
- Top the salad with a balsamic glaze or vinaigrette for a finishing touch.
Conclusion:
This watercress, avocado, and orange salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and healthy salad that will impress your friends and family.
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