WATERCRESS SALAD WITH RAW BEETS AND RADISHES

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This colorful salad, made with peppery watercress, is easy to put together. Dressed only with lemon juice, a separate horseradish cream is passed at the table. Serve a small portion as a first course or a more generous amount as a main course for a light lunch.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 raw medium red beet, peeled
1 raw medium golden beet, peeled
Salt and pepper
4 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/2 cup crème fraîche
2 tablespoons grated horseradish
6 ounces watercress, trimmed and cleaned
4 red radishes or a 3-inch length of daikon radish, thinly sliced
3 or 4 hard-cooked eggs (8 minutes)

Steps:

  • Season the beets: Slice red beet as thinly as possible with a mandoline or sharp knife and place in a small bowl. Slice golden beet and place in a separate bowl. Season each bowl with salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest. Toss and leave to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  • Make the horseradish cream: Put crème fraîche in a small serving bowl. Add horseradish, 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Make the salad: Place watercress in a low salad bowl or serving platter. Arrange seasoned beet slices over the cress and drizzle with any remaining lemon juice. Scatter radish slices over the salad and garnish with quartered or halved eggs. Sprinkle salad very lightly with salt. Serve the horseradish cream separately and add a spoonful to each serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 94, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 281 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

BannerdTV
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I'm not sure I like the combination of watercress, beets, and radishes. I think I'll stick to more traditional salad recipes.


Bethany Francis
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This salad is a bit too vinegary for my taste. I would use less dressing next time.


Kanishka Kithmal
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I'm going to try this salad with different dressings next time. I think a balsamic vinaigrette would be really good.


alicia Jonsson
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beets and radishes.


Aryan Joy
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I found that using a mandoline made it much easier to slice the beets and radishes thinly.


Tony McNally
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's just as good the next day, if not better.


Heavynn Cox
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I'm not a huge fan of watercress, but I really enjoyed this salad. The beets and radishes added just the right amount of sweetness and crunch.


Alex sadek hossain
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very low in calories and fat.


Bishalarathi Gautam
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The colors are so vibrant and the flavors are so fresh.


Aadesh Khatri
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.


TikTok NEWS pakistan
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I'm always looking for new ways to use watercress, and this salad is a great option. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


Elizabeth Makganye
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This salad was a great way to use up some of the watercress, beets, and radishes that I had on hand. It was simple to make and very refreshing.


The AC Family
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the flavors of the watercress, beets, and radishes came together in this salad. The dressing was also very tasty and complemented the vegetables nicely.


Gajindra Kumar yadav
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This watercress salad was a delightful and vibrant dish. The combination of peppery watercress, earthy beets, and crisp radishes was perfectly balanced. The dressing was light and tangy, allowing the flavors of the vegetables to shine through.