Jicama Salad
4 servings
This salad comes together quickly for an easy lunch option! Serve over quinoa, farro, or another hearty whole grain.
About the Recipe
171 Calories · 3.6 g Protein · 17.6 g FiberLunch
Gluten-free · Nut-free
Optionally serve with quinoa for gluten-free option.
Ingredients
Makes 4 Servings
- 1 large jicama, cut into strips
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cucumber, finely diced
- 2 navel oranges, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
- 1/2 c (1 bunch) fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/3 c (80 mL) lime juice
- pinch cayenne pepper
- pinch paprika
- to taste iodized salt
Directions
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In a large bowl, toss together jicama, bell peppers, red onion, cucumber, orange, and cilantro.
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Pour lime juice over mixture and sprinkle with a pinch of cayenne pepper and paprika.
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Pour lime juice over mixture and sprinkle with a pinch of cayenne pepper and paprika.
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Season with salt to taste and let salad marinate for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving:
Calories: 171
Fat: 0.5 g
Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
Calories From Fat: 2.6%
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Protein: 3.6 g
Carbohydrate: 40.7 g
Sugar: 14.6 g
Fiber: 17.6 g
Sodium: 163 mg
Calcium: 78 mg
Iron: 2.2 mg
Vitamin C: 162.1 mg
Beta-Carotene: 606 mcg
Vitamin E: 1.9 mg