Ingredients
- 4 bunch es watercress stems trimmed, leaves washed and well dried
- 1 bunch medium cucumber, peeled and julienned
- 2 bunch oranges
- 1/2 cup coriander vinaigrette (see recipe below), to taste
- 4 bunch es watercress stems trimmed, leaves washed and well dried
- 1 bunch medium cucumber, peeled and julienned
- 2 bunch oranges
- 1/2 cup coriander vinaigrette (see recipe below), to taste
- 1/4 cup coriander seeds
- 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
- 2 cup shallots, roughly chopped
- 1/2 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
Preparation
Baking Directions:
Simple salad with lots of color and a delicious coriander dressing.
Oranges are round which is symbolic for coins.
And it is always good luck to eat greens which also represent money.
Add watercress and cucumber to a large salad bowl.
Slice ends off oranges and stand upright on a counter.
Cut away peel and membrane, exposing fruit.
Working over a bowl to catch the juices, separate the orange sections by slicing with a knife between membranes.
Remove and discard seeds.
Add orange segments and juices to bowl with watercress and cucumber.
Add vinaigrette and salt and pepper to taste and toss gently.
Divide mixture evenly between chilled salad plates and serve immediately.
Coriander vinaigrette: Toast coriander seeds in dry sauté pan for about 1 minute, until aromas are released.
Blend the toasted coriander seeds, vinegar, shallots, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a blender.
With the motor still running, slowly incorporate the olive oil until mixed.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Tips:
Mizuna, arugula, or any peppery-flavored salad green can be substituted.
