Winter Fruit and Watercress Salad

Name: Winter Fruit and Watercress Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 servings (about 1 cup dressing).
Ingredients: 6 large red apples, sliced; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 bunches watercress, stems removed; 2 pounds seedless red grapes, separated into small bunches; 2 small red onions, halved and thinly sliced; HONEY LEMON DRESSING:; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 to 3 tablespoons honey; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; Lemon slices and fresh mint, optional

For a flavorful and attractive side dish, try this refreshing salad. I fix it ahead to give the flavors a chance to blend, which also eliminates last-minute fuss. Family members and guests always tell me how much they enjoy it. - Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Ingredients

6 large red apples, sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 bunches watercress, stems removed
2 pounds seedless red grapes, separated into small bunches
2 small red onions, halved and thinly sliced
HONEY LEMON DRESSING:
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 to 3 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lemon slices and fresh mint, optional

Directions

In a small bowl, toss apples and lemon juice. Arrange watercress on a large serving platter. Top with the grapes, onions and apples.
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine lemon juice, oil, honey, salt and pepper; shake well. Drizzle 1/2 cup over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate salad and remaining salad dressing until serving. Serve remaining dressing on the side. Garnish with lemon and mint if desired.