Watercress, Melon and Almond Salad
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Description
Melons and watercress make great summer dessert salads. If you cannot find any watercress, try some fresh mint instead.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 bunches watercress, trimmed and chopped
- 2 ½ cups cubed watermelon
- 2 ½ cups cubed cantaloupe
- ⅓ cup toasted and sliced almonds
Directions
- 1. In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, sugar, and ginger. Gradually add oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 2. Add watercress, watermelon, and cantaloupe to dressing and toss to coat. Transfer salad to plates, sprinkle with sliced almonds and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 4 servings
calories: 274.1 kcal
carbohydrates: 21.4 g
protein: 6.9 g
saturated fat: 2.3 g
sodium: 68.6 mg
fiber: 3.3 g
sugar: 15.3 g