Clementine Jicama Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Clementine Jicama Salad
25 min.
8
208kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant side dish that will elevate your meal? Look no further than this delightful Clementine Jicama Salad! Bursting with flavor and color, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds. The combination of sweet, juicy clementines and the crisp, crunchy texture of jicama creates a perfect balance that is both satisfying and invigorating.

This vegetarian and gluten-free salad is ideal for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a festive holiday feast, or simply looking for a healthy snack. With its bright citrus notes and the earthy crunch of pumpkin seeds, this dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for the recipe!

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a generous serving for eight people, making it a fantastic choice for gatherings. The zesty lime vinaigrette, infused with garlic and a hint of sweetness, ties all the ingredients together beautifully. Plus, the addition of crumbled queso fresco or mild feta adds a creamy richness that complements the salad perfectly.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a salad that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. This Clementine Jicama Salad is a celebration of fresh flavors that will brighten up any meal!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup cilantro leaves packed
  • 1.8 pounds 3 large clementines peeled
  • 0.5 cup queso fresco crumbled
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic chopped
  • pound jicama peeled cut into 1/4-inch-thick matchsticks (3 cups)
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup pumpkin seeds raw green hulled toasted () (pepitas)
  • small onion red thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Mince and mash garlic to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt, then whisk together with lime juice, oil, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Just before serving, add clementines, jicama, onion, and cilantro and gently toss. Season with salt.
  3. Sprinkle with cheese and pumpkin seeds.
  4. •Vinaigrette can be made 4 hours ahead and kept at room temperature.•Clementines, jicama, and onion can be cut 4 hours ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories208kcal
Protein6.72%
Fat57.12%
Carbs36.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.76
Glycemic Load
7.99
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.008260887602%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.68mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:207.68kcal
10.38%
Fat:13.85g
21.31%
Saturated Fat:2.68g
16.76%
Carbohydrates:19.73g
6.58%
Net Carbohydrates:14.79g
5.38%
Sugar:11.32g
12.58%
Cholesterol:5.26mg
1.75%
Sodium:62.35mg
2.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.66g
7.33%
Vitamin C:63.67mg
77.18%
Fiber:4.93g
19.74%
Vitamin E:2.11mg
14.1%
Vitamin K:11.52µg
10.97%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.38%
Phosphorus:99.33mg
9.93%
Potassium:329.68mg
9.42%
Folate:37µg
9.25%
Magnesium:36.76mg
9.19%
Calcium:86.63mg
8.66%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.78%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.59%
Copper:0.12mg
5.98%
Iron:0.85mg
4.74%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.62%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.18%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.96%
Vitamin A:179.08IU
3.58%
Selenium:2.34µg
3.34%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.1%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.13%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.37%
Source:Epicurious