Description

A refreshing Citrus Watercress Salad featuring a vibrant mix of watercress, arugula, clementines, pomegranate seeds, and almonds, tossed in a creamy, citrusy yogurt dressing with hints of honey and cinnamon. This salad offers a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and peppery flavors, ideal for a light lunch or a delightful side dish.

Ingredients

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Dressing

1/4 cup Plain Yogurt
1 Orange (juiced and zested)
2 tablespoons Honey
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Salt, to taste
Ground Black Pepper, to taste

Salad

3 cups Watercress
3 cups Arugula
1 cup Clementine segments
1/4 cup Pomegranate Seeds
1/4 cup Almonds

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt, juice and zest of the orange, honey, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the watercress, arugula, clementine segments, pomegranate seeds, and almonds, ensuring an even mix of ingredients throughout the bowl.
Toss and Serve: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, tangy flavors.

Notes

For a nuttier flavor, toast the almonds lightly before adding to the salad.
Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best citrus flavor in the dressing.
If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a splash of water or orange juice to adjust the consistency.
This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the greens.
Substitute honey with maple syrup to make the dressing vegan-friendly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: citrus salad, watercress salad, healthy salad, yogurt dressing, pomegranate, arugula, fresh salad