Also great with chickweed, this vegetable-loaded salad makes a nice light lunch. The spicy ginger vinaigrette gives a flavor kick with little fat.
Dandelion and Watercress Salad with Ginger Dressing
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Ingredients
- 3 cups torn dandelion leaves
- 1 bunch watercress, roots trimmed
- 1 medium carrot, grated about 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup slivered red onion
- 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
DRESSING
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce or 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons natural cane sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
Instructions
- Toss dandelion, watercress, carrot, onion, cucumber, and cilantro in a large salad bowl. Whisk all dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Drizzle over salad and toss gently.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Dandelion and Watercress Salad with Ginger Dressing
Amount Per Serving
Calories 53
% Daily Value*
Sodium 87mg
4%
Total Carbohydrates 7g
2%
Dietary Fiber 2g
8%
Protein 2g
4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
PER SERVING: 53 cal, 40% fat cal, 3g fat, 0g sat fat, 0mg chol, 2g protein, 7g carb, 2g fiber, 87mg sodium
