Description
A vibrant and refreshing Citrus Watercress Salad combining peppery watercress and arugula with sweet clementines, juicy pomegranate seeds, and crunchy almonds, all tossed in a creamy yogurt-orange dressing lightly spiced with cinnamon and honey for a delightful balance of flavors.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 1/4 cup Plain Yogurt
- 1 Orange (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- Salt, to taste
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Salad
- 3 cups Watercress
- 3 cups Arugula
- 1 cup Clementine segments
- 1/4 cup Pomegranate Seeds
- 1/4 cup Almonds, chopped or whole
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt, freshly squeezed orange juice and zest, honey, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Toss the Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the watercress, arugula, clementine segments, pomegranate seeds, and almonds. Gently toss to mix evenly.
- Dress and Serve: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture, tossing gently to ensure everything is coated. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crisp textures.
Notes
- For extra crunch, toast the almonds lightly before adding to the salad.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste, especially if your orange is very sweet or tart.
- Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best citrus flavor in the dressing.
- This salad is best served fresh to keep watercress and arugula crisp.
- Can be served as a light lunch or elegant side dish for dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Watercress salad, Citrus salad, Healthy salad, Arugula salad, Yogurt dressing, Pomegranate seeds, Almonds, Light lunch, Easy salad recipe
