Watercress, Melon and Almond Salad

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Melons and watercress make great summer dessert salads. If you cannot find any watercress, try some fresh mint instead.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

  • 2 bunches watercress, trimmed and chopped

  • 2 ½ cups cubed watermelon

  • 2 ½ cups cubed cantaloupe

  • cup toasted and sliced almonds

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, sugar, and ginger. Gradually add oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  2. Add watercress, watermelon, and cantaloupe to dressing and toss to coat. Transfer salad to plates, sprinkle with sliced almonds and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

274 Calories
20g Fat
21g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 274
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Sodium 69mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 102mg 113%
Calcium 198mg 15%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 889mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.