Chicken With Basil Mayonnaise - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup thinly sliced basil leaves, plus more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon mashed garlic (1 clove)
2 teaspoons herbal vinegar
1/2 lb watercress, stems removed,torn in small pieces
1 lb cooked green beans, cut in small pieces
3/4 lb cooked boneless chicken, preferably grilled,skinned and cut in small pieces
3/4 lb cherry tomatoes, healved
salt and pepper

Preparation

Beat together the mayo, basil, garlic and vinegar in a bowl until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine the watercress and 2 tablespoons of the basil mayo.
Toss until the leaves are lightly coated.
Divide evenly among 6 plates.
To the same bowl, add the beans, chicken, tomatoes and 1/4 cup of the dressing.
Season with salt and pepper.
Stir to combine.
Divide evenly and place atop the watercress.
Garnish with sliced basil and a spoonful of the dressing.