Shredded Duck & Watercress Salad Recipe

Looking for a fresh, protein-packed salad that's full of flavour? This Shredded Duck & Watercress Salad is a light salad with a tasty, Chinese-inspired kick, combining tender, succulent duck with peppery watercress, crisp vegetables, and a light, zesty dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch or an elegant evening meal, this easy recipe delivers a delicious balance of rich and vibrant flavours while providing plenty of nutrients to help keep you feeling full and energised.

Ingredients:

- 2 Duck breasts.
- Small handful of spring onions - chopped.
- 6 tbsp soy sauce.
- 100g watercress - chopped.
- 100g radishes - diced into small chunks.
- 100g mixed salad leaves.
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce.
- 1 tbsp five-spice powder.

Method:

- Firstly, heat the oven to 200C/180C fan.
- Rub the duck breast in the five- spice powder.
- Pour 5 tbsp of soy sauce into a small roasting tin.
- Place the duck on top of the sauce and cover with foil.
- Cook for 30 minutes in the oven.
- Once this time is up, remove the foil from the duck.
- Put the duck under the grill and cook until the skin is crisp.
- Remove/strain the liquid through a sieve.
- Let the duck cool, until you can shred it.
- Meanwhile, grab a large mixing bowl and gradually add the salad.
- First add the mixed salad leaves and the chopped radish.
- Also add in the spring onion and watercress, mixing together as you do so.
- Gradually mix in the shredded duck.
- For the salad dressing, mix together: 1 tbsp of soy sauce, 2 tbsp hoisin sauce and 2 tbsp of boiling hot water.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix well.

Enjoy a Fresh Twist on Healthy Eating

This Shredded Duck & Watercress Salad proves that healthy eating doesn't have to be boring.

Simple recipes like this show that nutritious meals can be full of bold flavours, satisfying textures, and plenty of variety, making it easier to enjoy a balanced diet without feeling restricted.

Whether you're preparing a quick midweek lunch or a lighter evening meal, this salad is a great way to add something fresh and exciting to your menu.

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