Watercress is packed with vital nutrients, has a light peppery flavor that’s an appealing contrast to any sweeter flavors. It is best raw, adding crunch and a little tanginess to sandwiches, wraps, salads, pasta and pizza, as in the recipe below…

Watercress Strawberry Feta  Salad

1 cup strawberries | 3 cups watercress | 1/2 red onion | 2 tbsp walnuts | 2 tbsp feta

Directions: Cut strawberries in quarters, roughly chop watercress, slice red onion and chop walnuts. Mix all, add hand-crumbled feta cheese. For the dressing, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional), salt and black pepper to taste.