Best Pearjicama 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

SWEET AND CRUNCHY JICAMA SALAD



Sweet and Crunchy Jicama Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon honey, such as wildflower
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large jicama (1 to 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
1 large carrot, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
1 Honeycrisp apple, cut into thin matchsticks
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds

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



Jicama Slaw image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large jicama, peeled and finely shredded
1/2 napa cabbage, finely shredded
2 carrots, shredded
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup canola oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves

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



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.

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