5-Minute Radicchio and Watercress Salad Recipe

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Daniel Gritzer
Daniel Gritzer
Daniel Gritzer
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Daniel joined the Serious Eats culinary team in 2014 and writes recipes, equipment reviews, articles on cooking techniques. Prior to that he was a food editor at Food & Wine magazine, and the staff writer for Time Out New York's restaurant and bars section.
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Updated April 16, 2019
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Why It Works

  • No frills and no extra work for this simple salad.

This quick and easy salad of hearty, peppery greens is the perfect side dish for a weeknight supper.

Recipe Details

5-Minute Radicchio and Watercress Salad Recipe

Active 5 mins
Total 5 mins
Serves 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces radicchio (about 1/2 medium head; 225g), cored, leaves torn into bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 bunch watercress or arugula (about 2 ounces; 55g)
  • 2 radishes, very thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) fresh juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) extra-virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together radicchio, watercress or arugula, radishes, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt. Serve immediately.

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