Watercress is very low in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol. It's also a good source of Protein, Folate, Pantothenic Acid and Copper, and a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium
Amount per serving
| Calories :11 | Calories from Fat : |
|---|
| Total Fat | 0.1 |
| Cholesterol | 0% |
| Sodium | 41% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.29% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5% |
| Sugars | 0.2% |
| Protein | 2.3% |
| Vitamin A | 3191% |
| Vitamin C | 43% |
| Calcium | 120 % |
| Iron | 0.2% |
Don't throw away lettuce, greens, celery, etc that has been in your refrigerator a little too long and gone limp. Revive most leafy vegetables by cutting a small amount from the stem-end, soaking in warm (100 degree) water for 5 minutes, drain and refrige
Watercress was always carried with Greek, Roman and Persian soldiers during their campaigns and eaten for its anti-scorbutic properties, to prevent scurvy.