Jul 14 2026

Watercress Salad Recipe

Time25m
Serves4

Make Watercress Salad Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Dressing

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Rinse the watercress thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt and grit. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside.

  2. 2

    Slice the Cucumber

    Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Radishes

    Trim the ends of the radishes, then slice them thinly into rounds.

  4. 4

    Halve the Cherry Tomatoes

    Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Combine the Salad Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared watercress, sliced cucumber, radish rounds, and halved cherry tomatoes. Toss gently to mix.

  2. 6

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  3. 7

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.

Serve

  1. 8

    Final Touch

    Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve immediately.

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