Celery Root, Radish, and Watercress Salad with Mustard Seed Dressing

A fresh and crisp salad featuring shredded celery root, peppery radishes, and tender watercress, all tossed in a zesty homemade mustard seed dressing. This elegant salad combines unique textures and flavors for a sophisticated starter or side dish.

6 servings
15 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds
  • ½ cup white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup shallots
  • cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 bunches watercress
  • pounds celery root
  • 20 whole radishes

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Stir mustard seeds in dry skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted and starting to pop, about 3 minutes. Transfer to bowl; cool. Add vinegar, mustard, and shallots; whisk to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper.

    8 min

  2. 2.

    Toss watercress in large bowl with enough dressing to coat lightly. Divide watercress among plates. Combine celery root and radishes in same bowl; toss with enough of remaining dressing to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top watercress with celery root mixture and serve.

    7 min

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