Refreshing Jicama and Orange Salad with Chile-Lime Dressing

A crisp and vibrant salad that perfectly complements spicier dishes with its refreshing sweetness and tangy dressing.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Calories

175 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£0.81/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Snack•Salad

Cuisine:

Mexican

Dietary:

Gluten-Free

Mood:

Healthy•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

1mediumJicama(Peeled and julienned or diced)

£1.50

2largeOranges(Peeled and segmented, membranes removed)

£0.80

0.3smallRed onion(Thinly sliced)

£0.10

0.3cupCilantro(Chopped)

£0.35

2tablespoonsLime juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.25

2tablespoonsOlive oil(Extra virgin)

£0.15

0.3teaspoonChile powder(Adjust to taste)

£0.05

1teaspoonHoney(Optional, adjust to taste for sweetness)

£0.05

0.3teaspoonSalt(To taste)

0.3teaspoonBlack pepper(Freshly ground, to taste)

Total Cost

£3.25

£0.81 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chile powder, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
2.
Add the jicama, oranges, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl.
3.
Gently toss to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
4.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. You may want to add a little more lime juice for acidity, chile powder for heat, or honey for sweetness.
5.
Serve immediately or chill for later. The salad is best served chilled.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (225g)

175 kcal / 732 kJ

Carbs

22g

8% of RDA

Fat

10g

14% of RDA

Protein

4% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

13 g

14% of RDA

Sodium

150 mg

7% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1 g

5% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a spicier dressing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a small amount of finely minced jalapeño.

To prevent the oranges from drying out, prepare them just before assembling the salad.

If you don't have jicama, you can substitute with daikon radish or crisp apples for a similar texture.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing bowl

Whisk

Knife

Cutting board

Wine Pairings

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Refreshing Jicama and Orange Salad with Chile-Lime Dressing

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