WATERCRESS, MELON AND ALMOND SALAD

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Melons and watercress make great summer dessert salads. If you cannot find any watercress, try some fresh mint instead.

Provided by Barrett

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 bunches watercress, trimmed and chopped
2 ½ cups cubed watermelon
2 ½ cups cubed cantaloupe
⅓ cup toasted and sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, sugar, and ginger. Gradually add oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add watercress, watermelon, and cantaloupe to dressing and toss to coat. Transfer salad to plates, sprinkle with sliced almonds and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 68.6 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

SR RF3
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I wouldn't make this salad again.


Lasidu Umayanga
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


M.D Rasel Hossain
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I found the dressing to be a bit too oily.


Senait Esayas
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Crazzy Boss
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I love this salad! It's so unique and flavorful.


Aubrey Thomas
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


ahasan kabir
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I'm not a huge fan of watercress, but this salad changed my mind. The melon and almonds really balance out the flavor.


Melkiz Sarvel
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use seasonal fruits and vegetables.


Arti Januzi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were amazing.


lulu Nelani
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This salad was a hit! The combination of watercress, melon, and almonds was refreshing and delicious. I especially loved the tangy dressing.