Watercress and Fennel Salad with Ginger-Pear Dressing
Peppery salad with sweet ginger-pear dressing. Makes 4-6 servings.
From The How Not to Age Cookbook
Ingredients
- pear
- shallot
- ginger
- apple cider vinegar
- pippali
- watercress
- fennel bulb
- mixed baby greens
- celery
- pecan pieces
- pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine all the dressing ingredients and process until smooth.
- If the dressing is too thick, add a little water, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Taste to adjust the seasonings, if needed.
- In a large bowl, combine the watercress, fennel, baby greens, celery, and pecans.
- Pour on enough of the salad dressing as needed to coat. (If any dressing remains, cover tightly and refrigerate for another use.) Toss the salad lightly to combine, then top with pomegranate seeds and/or pear slices (if using) and serve.