Watercress-Bibb Salad with Apples and Blue Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Watercress-Bibb Salad with Apples and Blue Cheese
45 min.
6
59kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant salad that perfectly balances flavors and textures? Look no further than this delightful Watercress-Bibb Salad with Apples and Blue Cheese! This vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of fresh ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine crisp, tender Bibb lettuce mingling with peppery watercress, all topped with the tart crunch of thinly sliced Granny Smith apples. The addition of crumbled blue cheese brings a rich creaminess that elevates the salad to new heights, while the homemade dressing—crafted from apple juice, cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard—adds a zesty kick that ties everything together beautifully.

Perfect as a side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack, this salad is versatile enough to complement any meal. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a dish that serves six, making it ideal for gatherings or a simple family dinner. Plus, at only 59 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enjoy a healthy, delicious meal, this Watercress-Bibb Salad with Apples and Blue Cheese is sure to impress. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the delightful combination of flavors that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple juice 
  • cups boston lettuce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • ounce cheese blue crumbled
  • tablespoon apple cider vinegar 
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 pound apples i use 2 granny smith apples thinly sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon shallots finely chopped
  • 2.5 cups watercress trimmed
  • teaspoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. To prepare dressing, combine first 7 ingredients in a jar. Cover tightly; shake vigorously. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  2. To prepare salad, combine lettuce and remaining ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Add dressing; toss well.

Nutrition Facts

Calories59kcal
Protein14.87%
Fat33.9%
Carbs51.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.29
Glycemic Load
1.88
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.382608723381%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.6mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.59mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
3.2mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
3.33mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
7.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:58.51kcal
2.93%
Fat:2.38g
3.67%
Saturated Fat:1.04g
6.48%
Carbohydrates:8.1g
2.7%
Net Carbohydrates:6.32g
2.3%
Sugar:5.42g
6.02%
Cholesterol:3.54mg
1.18%
Sodium:179.31mg
7.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.35g
4.7%
Vitamin K:97.59µg
92.94%
Vitamin A:2442.3IU
48.85%
Vitamin C:10.2mg
12.36%
Folate:47.39µg
11.85%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.36%
Potassium:256.72mg
7.33%
Fiber:1.78g
7.12%
Calcium:67.5mg
6.75%
Phosphorus:53.85mg
5.39%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.94%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.9%
Iron:0.88mg
4.9%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.97%
Magnesium:15.33mg
3.83%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.64%
Selenium:1.76µg
2.52%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.51%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.96%
Copper:0.04mg
1.87%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.69%
Source:My Recipes