Watercress, Orange and Olive Salad Recipe

Name: Watercress, Orange and Olive Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅛ cup freshly squeezed orange juice; ⅛ cup red wine vinegar; 2 shallots, finely chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Pinch granulated sugar; 1/2 cup olive oil; 2 bunches watercress or arugula, washed, stems trimmed; 3 navel oranges; 18 whole kalamata olives; 3 Tbs. toasted pine nuts

Servings: persons

1
To make Vinaigrette: Whisk together orange juice and vinegar.
2
Stir in shallots, salt, pepper and sugar.
3
Let stand 15 minutes.
4
Whisk in oil; set aside.
5
To make Salad: Toss watercress with about 1?2 cup vinaigrette, and arrange on 6 plates.
6
Peel oranges, and remove all pith.
7
Cut between segments, removing membranes.
8
Toss segments with 1 Tbs.
9
vinaigrette, and arrange on watercress.
10
Scatter with olives and pine nuts.
11
Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette, and serve.

810

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅛ cup freshly squeezed orange juice, ⅛ cup red wine vinegar, 2 shallots, finely chopped, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Watercress, Orange and Olive Salad 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, Orange and Olive Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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