Salads
Perl Wen and Watercress Salad
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- 150 g (5 oz) watercress
- 150 g (5 oz) Perl Wen or other soft, brie-style Welsh cheese, sliced
- 1 pear, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Method
- Arrange the watercress on a serving platter or in a bowl.
- Scatter the sliced pear over the watercress.
- Arrange the sliced Perl Wen among the pear and watercress.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
Introduction: Perl Wen, a soft, brie-like Welsh cheese, pairs beautifully with peppery watercress in this simple, elegant salad.
Cultural Background: Perl Wen, a soft, brie-like Welsh cheese, pairs beautifully with peppery watercress in this simple, elegant salad. Watercress has long been grown in the clean streams of Wales, making this a dish that celebrates two distinctly local ingredients together.
Tips: Use fresh, peppery watercress for the best flavour contrast against the mild, creamy cheese. Slice the pear just before serving to prevent browning. Serve the cheese at room temperature for the best texture and flavour.
Variations: Add toasted hazelnuts for extra crunch. Use apple in place of pear for a different, equally complementary sweetness. Drizzle with a little extra honey for a sweeter finish. Naturally vegetarian as written; not easily converted to vegan, as the soft cheese is central to the dish.
Storage: Best assembled fresh; components can be prepped ahead and stored separately for up to 1 day.
Reheating: Not applicable — this is a cold salad and is not reheated.
Nutrition: Per serving (approx.): 240 kcal, 9 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates, 17 g fat, 2 g fibre.
FAQs:
Q: What is Perl Wen?
A: Perl Wen is a soft, creamy Welsh cheese similar in style to brie, made from local Welsh milk.
Q: Can I substitute a different cheese?
A: Yes, any good-quality soft, brie-style cheese works well if Perl Wen isn't available.
Q: Is watercress easy to find?
A: Yes, it's widely available at most grocery stores and greengrocers, often sold in small bunches or bags.
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