Jicama -The root's exterior is yellow and papery, while its inside is creamy white with a crisp texture that resembles raw potato or pear. The flavor is sweet and starchy, reminiscent of some apples or raw green beans, and it is usually eaten raw, sometimes with salt, lemon, or lime juice and chili powder. Jicama's unique flavor...
Provided by Carol White
Categories Fruit Salads
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. NUTRITION ESTIMATE - for Jicama Per 1/4 pound: 43 Calories; 0g Tot Fat; 0g Sat Fat; 0mg Cholesterol; 4mg Sodium; 10g Carb; 5.5g Fiber; 2g Sugar; 1g Protein;
- 2. Prepare dressing - in a small bowl, combine lime juice, honey, olive oil, parsley and herb & garlic seasoning. Blend all ingredients well.
- 3. Prepare salad - cut jicama in half, then remove skin. Slice jicama into ½" slices; then into thin strips. In medium bowl add jicama strips, slice strawberries, pineapple, scallions, and mint. Then add dressing over fruit and blend well. To enhance flavor of the fruit, you can season with a little salt to taste.
- 4. To serve - place a cup of spring salad mix blend in each bowl, then top salad mix with fruit salad.
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