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Watercress Salad with Cotija Cheese and Fried Tortillas Recipe

Watercress Salad with Cotija Cheese and Fried Tortillas Recipe

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Watercress Salad with Cotija Cheese and Fried Tortillas

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 to 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
4 (6- to 7-inch) corn tortillas, halved and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips
1 tbsp sherry vinegar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp olive oil
1 lb watercress , coarse stems discarded
1 pint cherry tomatoes ( preferably heirloom), halved
4 oz cotija cheese* (also called anejo), crumbled (1 cup)

Directions:

Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet until thermometer registers 350°F, then fry tortilla strips, a handful at a time, until golden, 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and season with salt.
Whisk together vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then add olive oil in a stream, whisking until combined well.
Toss watercress with dressing in a large bowl and divide among 8 plates. Divide tomatoes and tortilla strips among salads, tucking strips into greens decoratively, and sprinkle salads with cheese.
* Available at Latino markets and, in the winter months, Kitchen/Market (888-468-4433).

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	362.53 Kcal (1518 kJ)
Calories from fat	170.29 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	18.92g	29%
Sodium	289.51mg	12%
Potassium	812.36mg	17%
Total Carbs	43.88g	15%
Sugars	1.24g	5%
Dietary Fiber	5.23g	21%
Protein	4.9g	10%
Vitamin C	34mg	57%
Iron	1mg	6%
Calcium	97.8mg	10%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	179.45 Kcal (751 kJ)
Calories from fat	84.29 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.37g	29%
Sodium	143.31mg	12%
Potassium	402.12mg	17%
Total Carbs	21.72g	15%
Sugars	0.61g	5%
Dietary Fiber	2.59g	21%
Protein	2.42g	10%
Vitamin C	16.8mg	57%
Iron	0.5mg	6%
Calcium	48.4mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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