Romaine and Watercress Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette Recipe Recipe

Name: Romaine and Watercress Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1/3 cup raw pumpkin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 tablespoon minced red onion; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 medium avocados, medium dice; 1 large head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces, washed, and dried; 1 large bunch watercress, torn into bite-size pieces, washed, and dried; 3/4 cup crumbled queso fresco

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/3 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon minced red onion
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium avocados, medium dice
1 large head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces, washed, and dried
1 large bunch watercress, torn into bite-size pieces, washed, and dried
3/4 cup crumbled queso fresco

1
Heat oil in a medium frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2
Add pumpkin seeds and cook, stirring frequently, until popped and toasted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
3
Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined plate.
4
Sprinkle with salt and cayenne pepper and toss to coat; set aside.
5
Combine cilantro, lime juice, onion, and salt in a large nonreactive serving bowl.
6
While whisking constantly, slowly add oil in a thin stream until completely incorporated.
7
Add all ingredients to the bowl with the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
8
Season with additional salt as needed.
9
Sprinkle reserved pumpkin seeds over top and serve.

110

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1/3 cup raw pumpkin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Romaine and Watercress Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

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

Romaine and Watercress Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette Recipe

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