Make-Ahead Jicama Salad with Seared Steak, Pomegranate and Cilantro

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
30%
Make-Ahead Jicama Salad with Seared Steak, Pomegranate and Cilantro
80 min.
2
388kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a vibrant and refreshing dish? Look no further than this Make-Ahead Jicama Salad with Seared Steak, Pomegranate, and Cilantro! This delightful recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also packs a punch of flavor and nutrition, making it perfect for any meal of the day.

The star of this dish is the jicama, a crunchy root vegetable that adds a unique texture and a subtle sweetness. Paired with the rich, savory notes of seared skirt steak and the bright, tangy flavors of lime and orange juice, this salad is a feast for the senses. The addition of pomegranate seeds not only brings a pop of color but also a burst of juicy sweetness that complements the other ingredients beautifully.

What’s more, this recipe is incredibly versatile! It can be served as a side dish, a light lunch, or even as a main course. With just 80 minutes of prep time, you can prepare this dish ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together for an even more delicious experience. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking to treat yourself, this Make-Ahead Jicama Salad is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon canola oil 
  • cup cilantro leaves fresh
  • medium jicama peeled cut into 1/4-inch matchsticks
  • servings kosher salt 
  • teaspoons lime zest 
  • 0.8 cup orange juice 
  • 0.3 cup pomegranate seeds 
  • ounces skirt steak 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, lime zest and juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside 3 tablespoons. Roughly chop half of cilantro.
  2. Add steak and chopped cilantro to remaining marinde mixture and let marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Remove steak from marinade and pat dry on paper towels.
  4. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until smoking.
  5. Remove steak from marinade and sear until well-browned on both sides and center of steak registers 130°F on an instand read thermometer, about 2 minutes per side.
  6. Let steak rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/4-inch slices against the grain.
  7. Toss jicama, remaining cilantro and reserved 3 tablespoons dressing together in bowl. Scatter pomegranate over. and place steak on top. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  8. Serve

Nutrition Facts

Calories388kcal
Protein30.19%
Fat25.38%
Carbs44.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
106.5
Glycemic Load
9.09
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
29.895217511965%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
11.97mg
Naringenin
2.06mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
4.47mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:388.49kcal
19.42%
Fat:11.19g
17.21%
Saturated Fat:3.4g
21.26%
Carbohydrates:44.07g
14.69%
Net Carbohydrates:26.5g
9.64%
Sugar:16.96g
18.85%
Cholesterol:71.44mg
23.81%
Sodium:1292.56mg
56.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.95g
59.89%
Vitamin C:117.89mg
142.9%
Fiber:17.58g
70.3%
Zinc:8.07mg
53.79%
Vitamin B3:8.33mg
41.65%
Vitamin B12:2.42µg
40.26%
Selenium:27.67µg
39.53%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.65%
Potassium:1141.67mg
32.62%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.64%
Vitamin K:32.38µg
30.84%
Phosphorus:284.73mg
28.47%
Iron:4.8mg
26.69%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.69%
Folate:86.99µg
21.75%
Magnesium:86.58mg
21.65%
Copper:0.37mg
18.47%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.53%
Vitamin A:805.11IU
16.1%
Vitamin E:2.34mg
15.62%
Vitamin B5:1.47mg
14.74%
Calcium:68.36mg
6.84%