Jicama Rainbow Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Jicama Rainbow Salad, a crunchy and colorful medley of fresh vegetables perfect for any occasion. Packed with crisp jicama, sweet bell peppers, zesty red cabbage, and julienned carrots, this salad is a feast for the senses. A tangy lime dressing with a touch of honey ties it all together, while optional jalapeño adds a pop of spice for those who like a kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is not only a quick and healthy side dish but also an ideal option for meal prep. Bursting with nutrients, natural sweetness, and a satisfying crunch, this salad is a must-try for lovers of vibrant, plant-based dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized jicama
• 1 medium-sized red bell pepper
• 1 medium-sized yellow bell pepper
• 2 large carrot
• 0.5 head red cabbage
• 0.5 cup cilantro
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small jalapeño (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchstick strips.

Step 2

Remove the seeds and core from the red and yellow bell peppers. Thinly slice them into strips.

Step 3

Peel the carrots and julienne them into thin strips or shred them using a grater.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red cabbage into fine shreds.

Step 5

Finely chop the cilantro leaves.

Step 6

If using a jalapeño, remove the seeds and finely dice it for a hint of spice.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the jicama, bell peppers, carrots, red cabbage, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using).

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately for maximum crunch and freshness or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1402.6 grams (1402.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	713

Total Fat 30.10g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1426mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 111.70g	41%
Dietary Fiber 35.60g	127%
Total Sugars 39.40g
Protein 12.70g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 346mg	27%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 2849mg	61%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 58.1%