MANGO AND JICAMA SALAD

Mango and Jicama Salad image

This pretty salad has become part of my regular summertime rotation because of its freshness and versatility-it's great with everything from grilled chicken to seafood! Try it with coconut-flavored vinegar for a fun tropical twist. -Carla Mendres, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium jicama (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled
1 medium mango, peeled
1 medium sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/3 cup minced fresh chives

Steps:

For dressing, whisk together first 6 ingredients., Cut jicama, mango and red pepper into matchsticks; place in a large bowl. Toss with lime juice. Add herbs and dressing; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges