Ensalada de Jícama y Naranja
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Jícama, peeled and cut into sticks — 1
- Oranges, peeled and segmented — 3
- Lime juice — 1 tbsp
- Chile-lime seasoning — 1/2 tsp (or chile powder with a pinch of salt)
- Leaves fresh mint, chopped (optional) — a few
Method
- Peel the jícama and cut into thin sticks or matchsticks.
- Peel and segment the oranges, removing any pith.
- Combine the jícama and orange segments in a bowl.
- Drizzle with lime juice and toss gently.
- Sprinkle generously with chile-lime seasoning.
- Garnish with chopped mint if using, and serve chilled.
Introduction: A crisp, refreshing salad of jícama and orange segments, dusted with chile-lime seasoning for a classic sweet-tart-spicy Mexican combination.
Cultural Background: Jícama, a crunchy root vegetable native to Mexico, is often paired with fruit and a dusting of chile powder, a beloved flavour combination sold by street vendors and enjoyed at home as a light, palate-refreshing side.
Tips: Cut the jícama into even sticks so it looks neat and eats easily. Chill briefly before serving for the most refreshing result.
Variations: Add sliced cucumber for extra crunch. Use grapefruit in place of orange for a more tart version.
Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Reheating: This is a cold salad and is not reheated.
Nutrition: Per serving (approx.): 90 kcal, 1 g protein, 0 g fat, 22 g carbohydrate.
FAQs:
Q: What does jícama taste like?
A: A mild, slightly sweet flavour with a crisp, apple-like crunch.
Q: What is chile-lime seasoning?
A: A popular Mexican seasoning blend of dried chile, salt and often
- Jícama, peeled and cut into sticks — 1
- Oranges, peeled and segmented — 3
- Lime juice — 1 tbsp
- Chile-lime seasoning — 1/2 tsp (or chile powder with a pinch of salt)
- Leaves fresh mint, chopped (optional) — a few
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