When some people think of watercress, they may think of delicate watercress sandwiches and "high tea" and not a nutritious powerhouse. In fact, watercress contains more than 15 vital nutrients and minerals. Because it is so nutrient-dense, watercress can contain more vitamin C than oranges, more vitamin E than broccoli, more calcium than whole milk and more iron than spinach. The flavor of this small, delicate member of the mustard family is just as impressive as its nutrition content. Its peppery and slightly bitter flavor gives a boost to soups, sandwiches and a variety of salads like our featured Jicama and Watercress salad. Try it to see just how tasty it can be to add watercress into your menus.
While watercress stands out, it is not alone. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), other powerhouse fruits and vegetables include Chinese cabbage, chard, beet green, spinach, chicory, leaf lettuce, parsley, romaine lettuce, collard greens, turnip greens, mustard greens, endive and others.
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