Orange, Avocado, And Watercress Salad With Ginger-Lime Vinaigrette

Ingredients

3 oranges
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1⁄4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch cayenne pepper
Salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1⁄4 small red onion, sliced very thin
1 avocado
2-1⁄2 ounces (2-1⁄2 cups) watercress, torn into 2-inch pieces

Instructions

Peel oranges, making sure to remove all pith, and cut into 1⁄4-inch pieces. Place orange pieces in mesh strainer set over bowl; let stand to drain excess juice. Meanwhile, whisk lime juice, mint, ginger, mustard, cayenne, and 1⁄8 teaspoon salt in large bowl until combined. Whisking constantly, gradually add oil. Toss onion in dressing and set aside.
Halve and pit avocado; cut each half lengthwise to form quarters. Using paring knife, slice flesh of each quarter (do not cut through skin) lengthwise into fifths. Using soupspoon, carefully scoop flesh out of skin and fan slices from each quarter onto individual plates; season avocado lightly with salt.
Add oranges to bowl with onion; toss to coat. Add watercress and toss gently. Divide watercress among individual plates, mounding it in center; place portion of orange pieces and onion on top of watercress. Drizzle any dressing in bowl over salad; serve immediately.

Orange, Avocado, And Watercress Salad With Ginger-Lime Vinaigrette

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