Tag: Cress vs watercress

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), watercress has a perfect 100 out of 100 nutrient-density score, but how does its common cousin, garden cress, measure up? While both greens come from the same family, the Brassicas, their specific nutrient profiles and health benefits reveal some surprising differences that affect their "healthiest" status.

While both share a similar pungent, peppery flavor and belong to the same plant family, cress and watercress are not the same plant. The term "cress" can refer to several related plants, including garden cress and land cress, while watercress is a distinct aquatic species with its own unique characteristics.