Watercress and Arugula Salad with Blue Cheese, Date

Name: Watercress and Arugula Salad with Blue Cheese, Dates, and Almonds Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil; 5 medium dried Medjool dates, pitted and cut into small dice; 1 bunch watercress (about 7 ounces), leaves washed and dried (about 4 cups); 3 ounces baby arugula, washed and dried (about 4 cups); Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup); 1/3 cup whole roasted, salted almonds, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil
5 medium dried Medjool dates, pitted and cut into small dice
1 bunch watercress (about 7 ounces), leaves washed and dried (about 4 cups)
3 ounces baby arugula, washed and dried (about 4 cups)
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)
1/3 cup whole roasted, salted almonds, coarsely chopped

1
Place vinegar, honey, mustard, and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a small, nonreactive bowl and whisk to combine.
2
Slowly drizzle in oil, whisking continuously, until completely incorporated.
3
Season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
4
Place dates in a small bowl and add just enough dressing to coat, about 1 to 2 tablespoons.
5
Using your hands, separate the pieces and evenly coat with dressing; set aside.
6
Place watercress and arugula in a large bowl and toss to combine.
7
Drizzle in the remaining dressing and gently toss to evenly coat the leaves.
8
Taste, season with salt and pepper as needed, and toss to combine.
9
Divide greens among four plates.
10
Top each salad with a quarter each of the dates, cheese, and almonds.
11
Serve immediately.

201

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 plus 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar, 2 teaspoons honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, Salt, and more.

Yes, Watercress and Arugula Salad with Blue Cheese, Dates, and Almonds 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.

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Watercress and Arugula Salad with Blue Cheese, Dates, and Almonds Recipe

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