WATERCRESS AND PERSIMMON SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE

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Watercress and Persimmon Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette image

Fuyu persimmons, which resemble tomatoes in shape, are best enjoyed while still firm and slightly crisp. The sweet, meaty wedges make a gorgeous counterpoint to the tangle of peppery greens.

Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Holiday 2018     Christmas     Christmas Eve     New Year's Eve     Thanksgiving     Winter     Fall     Appetizer     Salad     Persimmon     Watercress     Tree Nut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Dairy Free

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 Tbsp Champagne vinegar
2 Tbsp minced shallot
1 tsp grated lemon zest
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 firm-ripe Fuyu persimmons
16 cups watercress (from 2 bunches), tough stems discarded

Steps:

  • Whisk together vinegar, shallot, zest, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper in a small bowl. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until combined well.
  • Peel persimmons and cut into 1/3-inch-thick wedges. Toss watercress with persimmons and enough vinaigrette to coat, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Do Ahead
  • Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead and chilled.

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