Jicama Orange Pepper Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Jicama Orange Pepper Salad is the perfect way to elevate your next meal. Featuring crisp matchsticks of jicama, juicy orange segments, and crunchy strips of red and yellow bell peppers, this salad offers a satisfying combination of textures. A light, zesty lime-honey dressing ties everything together, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a burst of herbal freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes and served chilled, this no-cook recipe is ideal as a healthy side dish or a colorful addition to summer gatherings. Packed with hydrating and vitamin-rich ingredients, it’s a guilt-free crowd-pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized jicama
- 2 large orange
- 1 medium-sized red bell pepper
- 1 medium-sized yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium lime
- 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the jicama with a knife or vegetable peeler to remove the tough outer skin. Slice it into thin matchstick pieces or small cubes, depending on your preference.
Step 2
Peel the oranges and cut them into segments, removing any seeds or excess membrane. Set aside.
Step 3
Wash and core the red and yellow bell peppers. Slice them into thin strips or small bite-sized pieces.
Step 4
Chop the cilantro leaves finely and set them aside.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of one lime, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, combine the jicama, orange segments, bell peppers, and chopped cilantro.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to evenly coat all the ingredients.
Step 8
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to enhance flavors. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1093.1 grams (1093.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 670 |
| Total Fat 30.00g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat 4.70g | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1244mg | 54% |
| Total Carbohydrate 98.50g | 36% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.70g | 106% |
| Total Sugars 45.70g | |
| Protein 10.10g | 20% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 256mg | 20% |
| Iron 5mg | 30% |
| Potassium 2057mg | 44% |
Source of Calories