Double-Cress Salad
Notes: George Mavrothalassitis of Chef Mavro restaurant in Honolulu developed this simple salad. It's delicious as a companion to fish, chicken, or steak.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Rinse watercress and drain well. Pick tender sprigs from stems and cut into 3- to 4-inch lengths; you should have about 6 cups sprigs. Finely chop enough of the stems to make 2 tablespoons; save remainder for other uses or discard.
Step 2
2
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and chopped watercress stems. Add watercress sprigs and mix. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Ingredients
8 ounces watercress (2 qt.)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, peeled and pressed
Salt and pepper
Directions
Step 1
1
Rinse watercress and drain well. Pick tender sprigs from stems and cut into 3- to 4-inch lengths; you should have about 6 cups sprigs. Finely chop enough of the stems to make 2 tablespoons; save remainder for other uses or discard.
Step 2
2
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and chopped watercress stems. Add watercress sprigs and mix. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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