Watercress Salad With Miso-Lime Dressing

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
90%
Watercress Salad With Miso-Lime Dressing
45 min.
4
111kcal

Suggestions

This watercress salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect as a side or starter. The combination of fresh sprouts, mung beans, spring onions, and peppers creates a crisp and crunchy base, while the zesty miso-lime dressing adds a tangy and unique flavor. The toasted sesame seeds provide a nutty aroma and a delightful crunch. This vegan and gluten-free salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, offering a good source of vitamins K, C, and A, as well as minerals like copper, manganese, and calcium.

Watercress, with its peppery taste and health-boosting properties, is the star of this dish. It is an excellent source of antioxidants and has been linked to various health benefits, including reduced inflammation and improved heart health. The addition of lime juice and sesame oil in the dressing not only enhances the flavor but also boosts the nutritional value, providing a good dose of vitamin C and healthy fats.

This recipe is a great way to incorporate more plant-based dishes into your diet and is perfect for those who are gluten-intolerant or vegan. It is easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for a quick and healthy meal or side dish. The combination of flavors and textures in this watercress salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling refreshed and nourished.

Ingredients

  • cups sprouts fresh
  • cup mung bean sprouts fresh with no brown on them)
  •  spring onion entire chopped (use onion)
  • 0.8 cup grape tomatoes sliced
  • 0.8 cup and orange peppers diced
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • 0.3 cup sesame seed toasted
  • cups watercress with some stem
  • servings lime 
  • Tbsp juice of lime fresh
  • Tsp sesame oil 
  • Tsp miso white

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Toss together all ingredients except watercress.
    2. Mix in Miso-Lime Dressing.
    3. Divide watercress between 4 plates. Divide mixed sprout salad with Miso-Lime Dressing between the 4 plates. Delicious!!

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories111kcal
    Protein15.62%
    Fat53.16%
    Carbs31.22%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    73.5
    Glycemic Load
    1.6
    Inflammation Score
    -9
    Nutrition Score
    19.144782608696%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.16mg
    Hesperetin
    3.68mg
    Naringenin
    0.46mg
    Luteolin
    0.18mg
    Kaempferol
    8.07mg
    Myricetin
    0.1mg
    Quercetin
    12.3mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:111.29kcal
    5.56%
    Fat:7.37g
    11.34%
    Saturated Fat:1.05g
    6.56%
    Carbohydrates:9.74g
    3.25%
    Net Carbohydrates:6.2g
    2.25%
    Sugar:3.67g
    4.08%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:78.18mg
    3.4%
    Protein:4.87g
    9.75%
    Vitamin K:124.75µg
    118.81%
    Vitamin C:65.24mg
    79.08%
    Vitamin A:2390.03IU
    47.8%
    Copper:0.52mg
    26.06%
    Manganese:0.49mg
    24.5%
    Calcium:156.98mg
    15.7%
    Magnesium:60.19mg
    15.05%
    Folate:58.97µg
    14.74%
    Fiber:3.55g
    14.19%
    Vitamin B6:0.27mg
    13.29%
    Phosphorus:127.43mg
    12.74%
    Iron:2.26mg
    12.55%
    Vitamin B1:0.18mg
    11.71%
    Potassium:382.13mg
    10.92%
    Vitamin B2:0.16mg
    9.46%
    Zinc:1.23mg
    8.21%
    Vitamin E:1.12mg
    7.49%
    Vitamin B3:1.3mg
    6.51%
    Selenium:4.02µg
    5.74%
    Vitamin B5:0.46mg
    4.57%
    Source:Foodista