Smoked Trout, Watercress and Apple Salad with Cream

Name: Smoked Trout, Watercress and Apple Salad with Creamy Horseradish Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup whipping cream; 1/3 cup prepared horseradish; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh dill; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 6 cups trimmed watercress sprigs (about 2 large bunches); 1/2 cup very thinly sliced red onion; 2 red apples, cored, thinly sliced; smoked trout or smoked whitefish chubs,* coarsely flaked; Fresh dill sprigs (optional); *Smoked trout and smoked whitefish chubs are available at specialty foods stores and at some delicatessens and supermarkets

Servings: persons

1 cup whipping cream
1/3 cup prepared horseradish
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh dill
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 cups trimmed watercress sprigs (about 2 large bunches)
1/2 cup very thinly sliced red onion
2 red apples, cored, thinly sliced
smoked trout or smoked whitefish chubs,* coarsely flaked
Fresh dill sprigs (optional)
*Smoked trout and smoked whitefish chubs are available at specialty foods stores and at some delicatessens and supermarkets

1
Whisk cream, horseradish, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons vinegar, chopped dill and cayenne in small bowl to blend.
2
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3
Place watercress in large bowl.
4
Add 1/3 cup cream dressing, 2 tablespoons oil and 2 teaspoons vinegar and toss to coat.
5
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
6
Mound watercress in center of each of 6 plates.
7
Top with sliced onion.
8
Fan apple slices atop salad.
9
Top with trout.
10
Spoon dressing over.
11
Garnish with dill sprigs, if desired, and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup whipping cream, 1/3 cup prepared horseradish, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Smoked Trout, Watercress and Apple Salad with Creamy Horseradish Dressing falls under the Seafood 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.

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Smoked Trout, Watercress and Apple Salad with Creamy Horseradish Dressing

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