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Double-Cress Salad





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Makes 4 servings

Notes: George Mavrothalassitis of Chef Mavro restaurant in Honolulu developed this simple salad. It's delicious as a companion to fish, chicken, or steak.

 8 ounces watercress (2 qt.)
 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
 1 tablespoon lemon juice
 1 clove garlic, peeled and pressed
  Salt and pepper
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.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 68Calories from Fat 94
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.1g11%

Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 22mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.2g1%

Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Protein 1.3g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.