Watercress Salad with Grilled Onions, Peppers and S

Name: Watercress Salad with Grilled Onions, Peppers and Spicy Candied Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup walnut halves; 6 tablespoons walnut oil; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus some for garnish; 1 small red onion, peeled, cut into thick wedges with stem end left intact; 1 red bell pepper, seeded, cut into strips; 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, cut into strips; 2 bunches fresh watercress, trimmed and washed

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup walnut halves
6 tablespoons walnut oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus some for garnish
1 small red onion, peeled, cut into thick wedges with stem end left intact
1 red bell pepper, seeded, cut into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, cut into strips
2 bunches fresh watercress, trimmed and washed

1
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
2
Add cayenne and sugar and stir until sugar dissolves.
3
Add walnuts and stir until coated.
4
Continue stirring until walnuts are toasted.
5
Using a slotted spoon, transfer walnuts to foil-lined sheet and cool.
6
Whisk walnut oil, vinegar and 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro in a medium bowl until well blended.
7
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
8
Prepare barbecue (medium high heat).
9
Combine 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, onion wedges and pepper strips in large bowl.
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
11
Grill vegetables until tender and blackened in spots.
12
Transfer to large bowl.
13
Add watercress.
14
Toss with dressing.
15
Arrange on platter.
16
Garnish with candied walnuts.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 cup walnut halves, and more.

Yes, Watercress Salad with Grilled Onions, Peppers and Spicy Candied Walnuts 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 Salad with Grilled Onions, Peppers and Spicy Candied Walnuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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