June 16, 2022

Cucumber, Jicama & Orange Salad

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Cucumber, Jicama & Orange Salad

Category

Side Dishes

Servings

0

Prep Time

20 minutes

Jicama is a South American fruit, that tastes like a cross between an apple and a potato. The texture is perfect for this salad!

Author:
Diane Hendericks
Refreshing cucumber and jicama salad with a hint of orange

Ingredients

  • 1

    medium jicama bulb; peeled and cut into 2-inch batons


  • 2

    large cucumbers, peeled, cut in 2 inch batons

  • 1

    medium red onion, sliced

  • 1 1/2 c

    orange segments

  • 1

    jalapeno; ribs and seeds removed, finely chopped


  • 1/2 c

    fresh squeezed orange juice

  • 1 tsp

    True Lemon (or 2 packets)

  • 2

    medium garlic cloves, minced


  • 2 tbsp

    fresh mint leaves, chopped


  • 1 tbsp

    white balsamic vinegar

  • 1/2 c

    olive oil

  • A lot of freshly ground black pepper


Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients for the dressing in a bowl. Whisk vigorously.
  2. Place all ingredients for the salad in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss well.
  4. Add remaining dressing as needed and toss again. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

When prepping the jalapeno, be sure to wear gloves. The spicy oil from the stems and seeds can linger on your fingers long after you've washed your hands. It can cause stinging under your fingernails, or burning in your eyes if you happen to touch them.

Trying to cut back on sugar? Substitute True Orange for the orange juice, dissolved in 1/4 cup of water!