Washington Watercress Salad Recipe

Washington Watercress Salad has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 8.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 1.4 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Washington Watercress Salad has been given a composite ranking of 97, and on a regular basis.