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Watercress Delivery or Pickup
The Instacart guide to watercress products
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FAQs about watercress
Simply rinse your watercress under cool water and pat dry. Watercress can be eaten raw in a salad or smoothie or added to a sandwich for an extra spicy kick. It can also be steamed or sauteed as you would spinach. You can create a delicious pesto for your pasta or add ginger and tomato for a side dish that is sure to please.
Yes. Watercress is very low in calories and contains a variety of antioxidants that can help lower glucose levels. Studies have shown that eating cruciferous vegetables can help reduce your risk of heart disease and various types of cancer, including breast and bladder. Watercress is also a good source of minerals that help keep your bones strong and healthy. Additionally, the vegetable has lutein and zeaxanthin, which help protect your eyes from blue light, as well as vitamin C, which lowers your risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. To get the most health benefits, eat watercress raw or only slightly steam it.
You'll know your watercress is beginning to turn bad if the leaves begin to wilt or get soft and mushy. At this point, they can still be used, but will lose some of their pungent flavor. Once the leaves begin to separate from each other or become watery, it's a good idea to throw them away. Another feature to look out for is the color. Watercress should be dark green, so if the leaves become discolored or very light, they are no longer edible.