Beef, Watercress, and Peach Salad

Ingredients

• 2 bunches watercress, thick stems removed
• 2 Kirby cucumbers, roughly chopped
• 4 ripe peaches, cut into wedges
• 1 1-pound piece roast beef, cubed
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• kosher salt and pepper
• 1 small clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 large shallots, thinly sliced

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the watercress, cucumbers, peaches, and beef; set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt and whisk until dissolved. Add the garlic, ginger, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
3. Slowly add the oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly until emulsified. Stir in the shallots.
4. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter and drizzle the vinaigrette over the top.