Watercress
Not many people realise that Watercress is a better source of vitamins C, B1, B6, K, E, Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Zinc, and Potassium than apples, broccoli and tomatoes.Add to cooked dishes, salads, soup, stews, and stir-fries, just before serving.The English tradition of watercress sandwiches was a favourite at garden parties.
Watercress is highly perishable, so store it in a perforated bag in the fridge and eat it within a couple of days. Alternatively, treat it like a bunch of flowers and put in a glass of water in the fridge, covering the leaves with a plastic bag - it can last a little longer that way.
Make a Watercress Salad
DOWNLOAD RECIPENot many people realise that Watercress is a better source of vitamins C, B1, B6, K, E, Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Zinc, and Potassium than apples, broccoli and tomatoes.
Add to cooked dishes, salads, soup, stews, and stir-fries, just before serving.
The English tradition of watercress sandwiches was a favourite at garden parties.