Orange, Jícama, and Watercress Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
6%
Orange, Jícama, and Watercress Salad
45 min.
10
82kcal

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Bright, refreshing, and undeniably vibrant, this Orange, Jícama, and Watercress Salad is the perfect dish to elevate any meal or serve as a delightful standalone snack. Bursting with bright citrus flavors and an intriguing crunch from jícama, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a visually stunning presentation that’s sure to impress at any gathering. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and earthy notes, underscored by the peppery essence of fresh watercress.

One of the best features of this salad is its versatility. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, an elegant dinner party, or simply looking for a refreshing side dish, this salad checks all the boxes. Plus, it’s made with wholesome ingredients that cater to various dietary preferences – it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, making it a wonderful option for anyone wanting to indulge without compromise.

With only 45 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this crowd-pleasing treat easily. The vibrant colors and textures come together beautifully, making it not just a meal, but an experience to savor. So, grab your ingredients and let's create a colorful, nutritious feast that will leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 small jicama peeled cut into 1/4- by 1-inch matchsticks (approximately 5 ounces)
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime freshly squeezed (from approximately 2 limes)
  • teaspoon lime zest finely grated
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • large cranberry-orange relish 
  • 0.8 cup pumpkin seeds raw green hulled toasted () (pepitas)
  • bunches watercress thick packed ( 8 cups, )

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In small bowl, whisk together lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil, whisking until mixture emulsifies.
  2. In medium bowl, toss together jícama and 1/4 cup vinaigrette, reserving remaining vinaigrette.
  3. Let marinate while preparing rest of ingredients.
  4. Using paring knife and working over large bowl to catch juice, remove peel and white pith from oranges, then cut between membranes to remove segments (discard membranes).
  5. To bowl with orange juice, add orange segments, jícama (including vinaigrette), and watercress. Toss well to combine. If desired, add additional vinaigrette, or reserve remainder for another use.
  6. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds if using.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories82kcal
Protein10.5%
Fat47.06%
Carbs42.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.35
Glycemic Load
2.38
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.1104346721069%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.13mg
Hesperetin
15.67mg
Naringenin
8.49mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
1.8mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
2.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:81.58kcal
4.08%
Fat:4.61g
7.1%
Saturated Fat:0.73g
4.57%
Carbohydrates:9.36g
3.12%
Net Carbohydrates:6.75g
2.45%
Sugar:5.68g
6.31%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:353.16mg
15.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.32g
4.63%
Vitamin C:38.24mg
46.35%
Vitamin K:20.74µg
19.75%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.11%
Fiber:2.61g
10.45%
Magnesium:38.46mg
9.62%
Phosphorus:75.82mg
7.58%
Vitamin A:372.07IU
7.44%
Potassium:200.24mg
5.72%
Folate:22.86µg
5.71%
Copper:0.11mg
5.39%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.88%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.6%
Calcium:37.29mg
3.73%
Iron:0.64mg
3.55%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.06%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.01%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.64%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.32%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.29%
Selenium:0.94µg
1.34%
Source:Epicurious