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Watercress and Apple Salad with Candied Walnuts
A light and refreshing salad with peppery watercress, crisp apple, and sweet candied walnuts, perfect for balancing rich flavors.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Calories
278
Level
Easy
Yields
4 servings
Cost
£1.54
Ingredients
Servings
4
4cupsWatercress(Lightly packed)
£1.75
2mediumApple(Such as Gala, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
£0.80
0.5cupWalnuts(Halves or pieces)
£1.50
2tablespoonsSugar(Granulated sugar)
£0.05
1tablespoonWater
£1.75
2tablespoonsApple Cider Vinegar
£0.10
1tablespoonOlive Oil(Extra virgin olive oil)
£0.15
1teaspoonDijon Mustard
£0.05
0.3teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)
0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)
£0.03
Total Cost
£6.18
£1.54 per serving
The Method
- 1
Prepare the candied walnuts: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Add the walnuts and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar caramelizes and coats the walnuts (about 5-7 minutes). Be careful not to burn the sugar.
- 2
Spread the candied walnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them cool completely. Once cooled, roughly chop them.
- 3
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Prepare the salad: Wash and dry the watercress. Core and thinly slice the apples.
- 5
In a large bowl, combine the watercress and sliced apples.
- 6
Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with the candied walnuts.
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My Notes
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (150g)
278 kcal / 1163 kJ
Carbs
23.8g
9% of RDA
Fat
19.8g
28% of RDA
Protein
4.1g
8% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
4.7 g
16% of RDA
Sugar
17.8 g
20% of RDA
Sodium
160 mg
7% of RDA
Saturated Fat
2.1 g
11% of RDA
Chef's Tips
To prevent the apples from browning, toss them with a little lemon juice after slicing.
The candied walnuts can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
For extra flavour, you could toast the walnuts lightly in the oven before candying them.
Cooking Equipment
Small saucepan
Baking sheet
Large bowl
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
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