JICAMA AND ASIAN PEAR SALAD
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
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
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories quick, salads and dressings
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
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
SWEET AND CRUNCHY JICAMA SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, honey and salt. Add the jicama, carrots, apple and sesame seeds. Toss well to coat everything in the dressing. Let the salad sit for 30 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to combine and the vegetables to soften slightly.
JICAMA SLAW
Steps:
- Place jicama, cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Whisk together the lime juice, vinegar, ancho powder, honey and oil in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Pour the lime mixture over the jicama mixture and toss to coat well, fold in the cilantro. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
PEAR-AND-JICAMA SALAD
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
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.
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