Watercress Salad with Prosciutto, Tangerines and Ha

Name: Watercress Salad with Prosciutto, Tangerines and Hazelnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup hazelnuts; 4 tangerines or 2 navel oranges; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons honey; 1 small shallot, minced; 1/4 teaspoon finely chopped thyme; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons hazelnut oil; 1/4 teaspoon truffle oil (optional); Salt and freshly ground pepper; 3 large bunches of watercress, thick stems removed; 1 3/4 cups loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves (from 1/2 bunch); 3/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto, preferably duck prosciutto

Servings: persons

1/2 cup hazelnuts
4 tangerines or 2 navel oranges
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1 small shallot, minced
1/4 teaspoon finely chopped thyme
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons hazelnut oil
1/4 teaspoon truffle oil (optional)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3 large bunches of watercress, thick stems removed
1 3/4 cups loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves (from 1/2 bunch)
3/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto, preferably duck prosciutto

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
Spread the hazelnuts in a pie plate and toast for about 10 minutes, or until fragrant.
3
Let the nuts cool slightly, then coarsely chop.
4
Meanwhile, peel the tangerines, removing all the bitter white pith; if using oranges, peel with a sharp knife.
5
Working over a large bowl, cut in between the membranes to release the citrus sections.
6
In a bowl, whisk the sherry vinegar with the balsamic vinegar, honey, shallot and thyme.
7
Whisk in the olive oil, hazelnut oil and truffle oil in a slow stream.
8
Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
9
Add the watercress and parsley to the tangerine sections and toss.
10
Add 1/3 cup of the dressing and toss well.
11
Arrange the salad on a large platter; arrange the prosciutto decoratively around the salad.
12
Sprinkle with the toasted hazelnuts and serve with the remaining dressing.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup hazelnuts, 4 tangerines or 2 navel oranges, 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Watercress Salad with Prosciutto, Tangerines and Hazelnuts 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 Prosciutto, Tangerines and Hazelnuts

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Variations & substitutions

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