Papaya-Watercress Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
43%
Papaya-Watercress Salad
45 min.
6
68kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish to elevate your meal? Look no further than this delightful Papaya-Watercress Salad! Perfectly suited for any occasion, this salad is not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also bursts with flavor and color, making it an ideal side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack.

The star of this recipe is the firm-ripe papaya, which adds a sweet and tropical twist to your plate. Combined with the peppery notes of fresh watercress and the subtle crunch of sweet onions, each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. The dressing, a zesty mix of balsamic vinegar, honey, and fragrant mint, ties everything together beautifully, creating a refreshing experience that will tantalize your taste buds.

Not only is this salad a feast for the eyes, but it’s also a healthy choice, clocking in at just 68 calories per serving. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, looking for a light starter, or simply craving a nutritious snack, this Papaya-Watercress Salad is sure to impress. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a burst of freshness!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar white red
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.5 cup onion such as maui sweet thinly sliced
  • cups firm-ripe papayas diced peeled seeded () ( 1 lb. total)
  • servings salt 
  • tablespoon papaya seeds 
  • 0.5 lb watercress sprigs rinsed

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In the center of a wide, shallow bowl, mound papayas, surround with watercress, and arrange onion slices on top.
  2. In a small bowl, mix vinegar, honey, poppy seed, mint, and coriander; pour over papaya salad. To serve, mix gently and add salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories68kcal
Protein9.43%
Fat11.08%
Carbs79.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33
Glycemic Load
6.25
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.041304308435%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.52mg
Hesperetin
0.17mg
Apigenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
8.86mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
13.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.05kcal
3.4%
Fat:0.9g
1.38%
Saturated Fat:0.14g
0.88%
Carbohydrates:14.51g
4.84%
Net Carbohydrates:12.51g
4.55%
Sugar:10.73g
11.92%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:219.5mg
9.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.72g
3.44%
Vitamin K:96.36µg
91.77%
Vitamin C:60.12mg
72.87%
Vitamin A:1942.11IU
38.84%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.55%
Calcium:92.03mg
9.2%
Folate:35.57µg
8.89%
Potassium:304.14mg
8.69%
Magnesium:32.28mg
8.07%
Fiber:2g
8.01%
Copper:0.1mg
5.19%
Phosphorus:50.39mg
5.04%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.97%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.68%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.39%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.11%
Iron:0.64mg
3.54%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.77%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.96%
Zinc:0.28mg
1.84%
Selenium:1.1µg
1.57%
Source:My Recipes