Not only is this salad delicious and extremely flavorful it is also very good for you- what could be better? Watercress has been given the prestigious nutrition title of "super food" aka food you want to eat! And as a bonus it tastes delicious, to read more on the health benefits of watercress click here: http://thechalkboardmag.com/watercress. This recipe is from Blue Apron a new home delivery service that delivers ingredients for 3 meals a day, perfectly measured for quick and easy meals that it turns out are really delicious! A few of my friends have started using this service and have loved it, unfortunately being lactose intolerant it is difficult for me since my diet is so restricted- but I have really been enjoying testing out the meals that I can eat when visiting my friends. A great service to try new recipes and ingredients that you might not have thought to try before, and very convenient- delivered right to your door! To learn more about Blue Apron click here: http://www.blueapron.com/.
Ingredients:
1 bunch of watercress
2 scallions, chopped
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 shallot finely diced
2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar
Orange zest
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 orange cut into sections
1 parsnip, grated
1 bunch watercress
1 handful of almond slices
Serves two.
Step one: thoroughly wash the watercress and place in a salad bowl (or serving dish of your choice.)
Step two: In a small mixing bowl mix together the orange zest, olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic and shallot.
Step three: Chop the orange into small pieces and place in salad bowl with grated parsnip, almonds and scallions.
Serve with your favorite sides- shown here with honey soy glazed salmon and quinoa.
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