Watercress Salad with Quick Pickled Radishes

A refreshing and tangy salad featuring peppery watercress and quick-pickled radishes. Perfect as a light starter.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Calories

135

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.64

Season:

🌸 Spring•☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Snack•Dessert•Salad•Appetiser

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Ingredients

Servings

4cupsWatercress(washed and trimmed)

£1.20

1bunchRadishes(thinly sliced)

£0.60

0.3cupWhite wine vinegar

£0.10

1tablespoonGranulated sugar

£0.01

0.3teaspoonSalt

2tablespoonsFresh dill(chopped)

£0.40

2tablespoonsOlive oil(extra virgin)

£0.15

1tablespoonLemon juice(freshly squeezed)

£0.10

to tasteBlack pepper(freshly ground)

£0.01

Total Cost

£2.57

£0.64 per serving

The Method

1
Prepare the quick pickle: In a small saucepan, combine white wine vinegar, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar and salt are dissolved. Remove from heat.
2
Add the thinly sliced radishes to the vinegar mixture. Let sit for at least 10 minutes, or up to 30 minutes, to pickle.
3
While the radishes are pickling, prepare the watercress: Wash and trim the watercress, removing any tough stems. Pat dry.
4
In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped dill.
5
Drain the pickled radishes, reserving a tablespoon or two of the pickling liquid.
6
Add the watercress and pickled radishes to the mixing bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to combine.
7
Season with black pepper to taste. Add a little of the reserved pickling liquid for extra tang, if desired.
8
Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (125g)

135 kcal / 565 kJ

Carbs

3% of RDA

Fat

11g

16% of RDA

Protein

4% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

6 g

7% of RDA

Sodium

175 mg

8% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1.5 g

8% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a milder radish flavor, soak the sliced radishes in ice water for 30 minutes before pickling.

Add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or pine nuts for extra texture.

This salad can be prepared ahead of time, but it's best to dress it just before serving to prevent the watercress from wilting.

Pair this salad with a rich dish like chicken cobbler, roast pork, or grilled sausages.

Cooking Equipment

Small saucepan

Mixing bowl

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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Chef's Tips

For a milder radish flavor, soak the sliced radishes in ice water for 30 minutes before pickling.

Add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or pine nuts for extra texture.

This salad can be prepared ahead of time, but it's best to dress it just before serving to prevent the watercress from wilting.

Pair this salad with a rich dish like chicken cobbler, roast pork, or grilled sausages.

Watercress Salad with Quick Pickled Radishes

Ingredients

The Method