How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad?

You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups stemmed watercress, 2 cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded and julienned, 4 teaspoons lemon juice, 8 teaspoons olive oil, and more.

Is Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad suitable as salads?

Yes, Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad

Name: Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups stemmed watercress; 2 cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded and julienned; 4 teaspoons lemon juice; 8 teaspoons olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 4 equal pieces and flattened to almost 1/4 inch; 2 tablespoons cracked black peppercorns

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad is a must-try. Made with watercress, cucumbers, lemon juice and …

This Peppered Beef With Watercress And Cucumber Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as stemmed watercress, lemon juice, olive oil and salt. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 384 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads

Servings: persons

2 cups stemmed watercress
2 cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded and julienned
4 teaspoons lemon juice
8 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 4 equal pieces and flattened to almost 1/4 inch
2 tablespoons cracked black peppercorns

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
384 kcal
Category
Salads

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