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Watercress & Apple Salad with Lemon-Dill Dressing
A light and refreshing salad featuring peppery watercress, crisp apple, and a vibrant lemon-dill dressing. Pairs perfectly with richer dishes like roasted meats or Brussels sprouts.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Calories
175
Level
Easy
Yields
4 servings
Cost
£0.96
Ingredients
Servings
4
4cupsWatercress(Lightly packed)
£1.50
2mediumApple(Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, cored and thinly sliced)
£0.60
2tablespoonsLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)
£0.30
3tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra virgin)
£0.45
2tablespoonsFresh Dill(Chopped)
£0.75
1teaspoonHoney(Optional, for a touch of sweetness)
£0.20
0.3teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)
£0.01
0.1teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)
£0.02
Total Cost
£3.83
£0.96 per serving
The Method
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dill, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the watercress and sliced apple.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- 4
Serve immediately or chill for later.
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My Notes
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (125g)
175 kcal / 732 kJ
Carbs
13g
5% of RDA
Fat
14g
20% of RDA
Protein
1g
2% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
2 g
7% of RDA
Sugar
10 g
11% of RDA
Sodium
150 mg
7% of RDA
Saturated Fat
2 g
10% of RDA
Chef's Tips
For extra flavor, toast some walnuts or pecans and sprinkle them on the salad before serving.
If you don't have fresh dill, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried dill instead.
The dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Cooking Equipment
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
Complete the Meal
Main Course
Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze
Crispy, smoky grilled Brussels sprouts drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze, perfect for a flavorful appetizer.
30 minutes
4 servings
Easy"Pairs perfectly with this starter"
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