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Su Teresi Salatasi (Turkish Watercress Salad)
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August 8th, 2009Appetizers, Turkish1 bunch watercress, stems cut off, washed and drained (I used both) or arugula, washed and drained (I used both)….
1 medium red bell pepper….
10 bocconcini, balls or 10 slice feta cheese….
DRESSING….
1 tablespoon grape molasses (read Intro)….1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar (read *Note)….
GARNISH….
1 teaspoon sesame seed, lightly toasted….lemon slice….
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*Note: The original recipe did not specify a particular type of vinegar. Also, if you wish, the bell pepper can be grilled instead of broiled…..
Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a small glass bowl.3….Heat oven to BROIL…..
Remove the stem from the bell pepper and cut it in half, discarding seeds…..
Place the red pepper face down on a baking tray and place in the oven…..
Roast for about 15 minutes. After roasting the bell pepper, place it in a paper bag, close the bag up and set aside for about 15-20 minutes.7….
Remove bell pepper from the bag; peel and devein. Cut into thin slices…..
Arrange the watercress on a platter. Place the cheese and roasted red bell pepper slices on top…..
Drizzle the dressing over the salad…..
Garnish salad with lemon slices and sesame seeds…..
Serve at room temperature.
