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Peppery perfection: 17 delicious ways with watercress
It’s so full of nutrients that it tops the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s list of powerhouse vegetables. But this superfood is also surprisingly versatile
TL;DR
- Watercress has a long history of consumption and medicinal use, dating back to ancient Greece.
- It is recognized as a top "powerhouse" fruit and vegetable by the US CDC due to its high nutrient content, including vitamins C, K, A, and antioxidants.
- Despite its nutritional value, watercress is often perceived as having limited culinary versatility, mainly used in soups or as a salad component.
- The article provides 17 recipes demonstrating watercress's adaptability in various dishes, including mussel risotto, diverse salads, tarts, bubble and squeak, pesto, mayonnaise, tzatziki, tempura, sorbet, and cake.
- Recipes feature combinations with ingredients like lentils, asparagus, apples, goose, mozzarella, avocado, pistachios, clotted cream, strawberries, goat's cheese, hazelnuts, and blue cheese.