Best Jicama And Asian Pear Salad Recipes

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JICAMA AND ASIAN PEAR SALAD



Jicama and Asian Pear Salad image

Jicima is a crisp, sweet vegetable that is delicious either raw or cooked. Sometimes called the Mexican potato, it's sweet and nutty taste makes it a wonderful addition to salads.

Provided by Brenda.

Categories     Asian

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
2 cups jicama, julienne-sliced
2 Asian pears, cored and chopped
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup white wine vinaigrette
1/4 cup apple cider or 1/4 cup apple juice
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder or 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss the shredded lettuce, jicama, Asian pears and golden raisins until combined.
  • For dressing, whisk together the vinaigrette, apple cider or juice, and five-spice powder or allspice until well mixed.
  • Drizzle over salad and toss well.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Source: www.friedas.com.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.7, Fat 0.2, Sodium 4.4, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 11, Protein 1.1

PEAR AND JICAMA SALAD



Pear and Jicama Salad image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     quick, salads and dressings

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large pears, peeled, cored and cut in julienne
1 medium jicama (about 1 pound), peeled and julienned
3 bunches watercress, washed and stems removed
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 tablespoons walnut oil
1 tablespoon snipped chives
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the pears, jicama and half of the watercress. In a small bowl, whisk together the cider vinegar, walnut oil, chives, salt and pepper. Pour half of the vinaigrette over the pear mixture and toss to coat well.
  • Divide the remaining watercress among 8 salad plates. Place equal portions of the pear mixture over the watercress. Sprinkle each salad with some of the walnuts. Serve, passing remaining vinaigrette on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 158, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 454 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

ASIAN PEAR SALAD



Asian Pear Salad image

This recipe is from my favorite chef, Nathan Lyon. I saw him make this on his program and just had to get the recipe, it looked so good. Prep time = cook time.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 1/2 cup servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Asian pear, peeled and medium dice
1/2 head radicchio, core removed, sliced thin
2 cups baby greens (beet greens, spinach, or arugula)
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
toasted pecans, crushed (optional)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar or 1/4 teaspoon honey
kosher salt (to taste)
fresh ground pepper (to taste)
2 shallots, small dice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the Asian pear, radicchio, baby greens, blue cheese, and pecans.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar (or honey), pinch of salt, and a few good grinds of pepper.
  • Add the shallots to the vinaigrette then set aside.
  • When serving, dress the greens lightly, season to taste, and serve immediately.

PEAR-AND-JICAMA SALAD



Pear-and-Jicama Salad image

Jicama, a root vegetable with tan skin and white flesh, is available at most supermarkets. Its mild sweetness and crunchy texture make it a refreshing addition to salads.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lime
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pear, halved, cored, and thinly sliced
1 small jicama (about 12 ounces), peeled, quartered, and thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cut peel and pith from lime. Slice lime along membranes to release segments, and reserve segments.
  • Whisk lime juice and oil in a medium bowl, and season with salt and pepper. Add pear, jicama, and cilantro, and toss to combine. Fold in reserved lime segments, and season with more salt if desired. Serve immediately.

ASIAN PEAR FRUIT SALAD



Asian Pear Fruit Salad image

This is a beautiful fall salad--easy, clean tasting, and elegant. You could add seeds from 1/2 a vanilla bean, or some cinnamon or cardamom, but totally unnecessary. May garnish with a little mint. Thanks to my friend Karin for this recipe.

Provided by charlie 5

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 Asian pears, peeled, cored, sliced
6 -7 clementines
1 pomegranate

Steps:

  • Peel the clementines and separate into segments.
  • Remove the seeds from the pomegranate.
  • Mix together the pears, clementines and pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.5, Fat 0.5, Sodium 1.5, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 19.6, Protein 1.5

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