WATERCRESS, PEAR AND WALNUT SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING

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Watercress, Pear and Walnut Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green     Mustard     Nut     No-Cook     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Pear     Walnut     Fall     Honey     Watercress     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
3/4 cup corn oil
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
2 large bunches watercress, trimmed
2/3 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
2 pears, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, mustard and honey in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Mix in poppy seeds. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss watercress and walnuts in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Divide salad among 8 plates. Toss pears with 1/4 cup dressing in small bowl. Spoon pears atop salads.

Daniel Torsu
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I'm not sure about the combination of watercress and pear, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Shahzaib Arrain
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This salad sounds delicious. I can't wait to try it.


Smoggy
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and healthy.


Muteesa Edward
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic.


Thulisa Shezi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it!


Jaida Moore
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The salad was light and refreshing, and the dressing was delicious.


Seva Noshyn
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This salad is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I will definitely be adding it to my regular rotation.


Zack Carroll
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I'm not a big fan of watercress, but I really enjoyed this salad. The poppy seed dressing is amazing and the pears and walnuts add a nice sweetness and crunch.


maelyn Cleto
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect way to start a meal or to enjoy as a light lunch.


Paras Naqvi
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I wasn't sure about the combination of watercress and pear, but it totally works. The flavors and textures complement each other perfectly.


dennis adkins
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The poppy seed dressing is the star of this salad. It's so light and flavorful. I could drink it straight!


Butsha makendlana
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This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Amanda Pugh
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The pears and walnuts add a nice touch of sweetness, while the watercress and poppy seed dressing add a bit of bitterness and tang. Overall, it's a well-balanced and delicious salad.


Javaid Khan
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Easy to make and packed with flavor. The dressing is light and refreshing, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I served this salad with grilled chicken and it was a hit!


CAPITANBERD
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This salad was a delightful surprise. The combination of watercress, pear, and walnuts was unexpected but worked perfectly together. The poppy seed dressing added a nice tang and crunch. I will definitely be making this salad again.