Jersey Tomato and Watercress Salad with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette

A light and refreshing salad showcasing the sweetness of Jersey tomatoes and the peppery bite of watercress, dressed with a bright lemon-herb vinaigrette.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Calories

245 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£1.97/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Snack•Salad

Cuisine:

Jersey

Main Ingredient:

Seafood

Dietary:

Gluten-Free•Dairy-Free

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1.5lbsJersey Tomatoes(Heirloom varieties preferred, cored and sliced or quartered depending on size.)

£4.50

4ozWatercress(Washed and trimmed.)

£1.20

0.3cupRed Onion(Thinly sliced or minced.)

£0.25

2tbspFresh Basil(Chopped.)

£0.75

2tbspFresh Parsley(Chopped.)

£0.35

2tbspLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed.)

£0.20

4tbspExtra Virgin Olive Oil

£0.50

1tspDijon Mustard

£0.10

0.5tspHoney(Optional, for a touch of sweetness.)

£0.05

0.3tspSalt(Or to taste.)

0.3tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste.)

Total Cost

£7.90

£1.97 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.
2.
In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced or quartered tomatoes, watercress, and red onion together.
3.
Pour the lemon-herb vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
4.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil and parsley. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (284g)

245 kcal / 1025 kJ

Carbs

13.6g

5% of RDA

Fat

20.9g

30% of RDA

Protein

2.6g

5% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3.3 g

11% of RDA

Sugar

9.7 g

11% of RDA

Sodium

183 mg

8% of RDA

Saturated Fat

2.9 g

14% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For the best flavor, use the freshest, ripest Jersey tomatoes available.

If the watercress seems a bit tough, you can massage it gently with a little bit of olive oil before adding it to the salad.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice and honey to your liking. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

This salad is best served immediately. If making ahead, keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving to prevent the watercress from wilting.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing Bowls

Whisk

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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Jersey Tomato and Watercress Salad with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette

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