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  • Su Teresi Salatasi (Turkish Watercress Salad)

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    August 8th, 2009foodgirlAppetizers, Turkish

    1 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.

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