JICAMA - APPLE SALAD

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This recipe has such a nice crisp texture. Not overly sweet, would make a nice change of pace for coleslaw. I came up with this just experimenting. I think chopped walnuts would also be good in this.

Provided by Miss Annie in Indy

Categories     Apple

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb jicama
1 large granny smith apple (or apple of choice)
1 carrot (optional)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (I used soynaise)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons sugar (I used splenda)
1 dash salt (optional)
1/8 teaspoon pepper (optional)
1 dash cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel jicama and cut into chunks.
  • Wash apple, core and cut into chunks.
  • Wash carrot, peel if needed, cut into chunks.
  • Add above chunks to food processor and pulse until desired texture is reached (3-5 pulses should do it).
  • Transfer to bowl and set aside.
  • Combine remaining ingredients, whisk until smooth.
  • Taste for desired seasoning, adjust accordingly.
  • Pour over vegetable mixture and toss.
  • May be served immediately or refrigerate and let flavors meld.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.8, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2.9, Sodium 83.6, Carbohydrate 22.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 10.4, Protein 1.1

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