Watercress And Seafood Salad Recipes

SHRIMP, WATERCRESS AND FARRO SALAD

Steps:

• Soak the farro in warm water for about 20 minutes. Drain and rinse well. Pour into a medium saucepan with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Cover the pot and bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Add a pinch of salt and cook for about 30 minutes. The farro should be soft but have a slight chew to it. Drain to remove excess water, and then transfer to a bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Set aside.
• Preheat the broiler.
• Toss the shrimp with 2 more tablespoons olive oil, some salt, pepper and the lime juice. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet and broil for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Let cool slightly.
• Make the salad dressing by combining the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, the mint, lemon juice and some salt and pepper in a small jar. Cover and shake to combine.
• Toss together the farro, beans and watercress in a large bowl with half of the dressing. Season with salt and pepper. To plate, transfer the salad to a large platter and top with the shrimp. Serve with the remaining dressing on the side.

SPINACH & WATERCRESS SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk together oil and lemon juice, then season. In a bowl, mix the leaves and onion. Drizzle dressing over and toss to combine.

WATERCRESS AND SEAFOOD SALAD

Steps:

• In a hot saute pan add oil, garlic and shrimp and saute for approximately 1 minute. Add squid and mussels and simmer until mussels open. Do not allow shrimp to overcook. Season with salt and pepper. Remove shrimp if mussels are not open. Remove seafood with slotted spoon and reserve. Reduce remaining liquid to nape. Add 1 bunch watercress and deglaze with soy sauce.
• Place second bunch of watercress in mixing bowl and toss with sliced red onion, tomatoes, bean sprouts, chervil, chives, champagne vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
• Plate watercress on plates and garnish with seafood around and on top. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.

WATERCRESS SALAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, whisk together juice, sugar and oil. Toss well with nuts and greens. Season and check.