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Watercress

Watercress
Common Packs:

12-, 24-, and 60-count packs.

Receiving Inspecting:

Should be fresh-looking and well-colored. Avoid watercress that appears wilted, bruised, or yellowed.

Storage Handling:
 

Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)

  • 32-36° F/0-2° C
  • 90-98% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
14 to 21 days.
Troubleshooting:

Watercress is susceptible to wilting due to moisture loss. Maintain proper humidity.

Yellowing and slimy texture can occur from temperature abuse and rough handling. Store properly.

Usage Ideas:

  • Toss peppery watercress with sliced green grapes, slivered almonds, and house-made croutons; drizzle with creamy purple basil dressing.
  • Stuff chicken breasts with watercress, sun-dried tomatoes, and goat cheese; grill and slice.

Seasonality:

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Flavor Profile

Sharp peppery bite with a tangy aftertaste.

Texture Profile

Hollow, crunchy stems that have multiple, tender leaves.

Pairings

Pair with almonds, chicken, goat cheese, grapes, and tomatoes.

Substitution Suggestions

Arugula, Dandelion greens, escarole.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 1 cup watercress (34g) grams
Calories 0
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 15g1%
Total Carbohydrate 0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 41mg4%
Iron 0.07mg0%
Potassium 110mg2%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.