Calling all salad enthusiasts! Embark on a culinary journey with our vibrant Jicama-Beet-and-Orange Salad, an explosion of colors and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This refreshing and crunchy salad is a perfect harmony of sweet, tangy, and earthy notes, featuring crisp jicama, sweet beets, and juicy oranges, all tossed in a zesty dressing.
Our recipe collection takes you through three variations of this delightful salad to suit different preferences. The Classic Jicama-Beet-and-Orange Salad is a timeless recipe, showcasing the natural flavors of the main ingredients, while the Spicy Jicama-Beet-and-Orange Salad adds a kick of heat with a dash of chili flakes. For those who prefer a tangy twist, the Citrusy Jicama-Beet-and-Orange Salad incorporates grapefruit and lemon juice, creating a burst of citrusy goodness.
SWEET AND CRUNCHY JICAMA SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, honey and salt. Add the jicama, carrots, apple and sesame seeds. Toss well to coat everything in the dressing. Let the salad sit for 30 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to combine and the vegetables to soften slightly.
JICAMA, BEET, AND ORANGE SALAD
This delicious salad recipe is courtesy of Rick Bayless.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fill a small saucepan with water. Bring to a boil and add salt. When water returns to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer. Add beets and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool. Cut beets into 4-by-2-inch slices; place in a large bowl.
- Using a zester or vegetable peeler, zest the rind of one of the oranges. Finely chop and add to another large bowl along with the lime juice, orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, sugar, and oil. Mix well and pour over beets; let stand 1 hour.
- Remove peel and pith from the oranges using a sharp paring knife. Carefully cut between membranes to remove segments; set aside.
- Add jicama and orange segments to the beet mixture and season with salt. Place arugula on a serving platter and place beet mixture on top. Sprinkle with peanuts and garnish with sugar can cane.
BEET-ORANGE SALAD
Steps:
- Boil 1 pound beets in salted water until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Drain, then peel and slice into wedges. Toss in a serving bowl with 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, 2 tablespoons chopped chives or scallions, and salt and pepper. Add 1 bunch arugula and 2 segmented blood oranges and toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 96 milligrams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 14 grams
JICAMA-ORANGE SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel and segment the oranges with a paring knife (see page 52). Squeeze the empty membranes over a large bowl to release the juices.
- Whisk the chili powder, salt and pepper to taste, the olive oil and lime juice into the orange juice. Toss in the orange segments and jicama. Before serving, add the scallions, cilantro and pomegranate seeds.
RAW BEET SALAD WITH JICAMA, AVOCADO, AND ORANGE
This is a yummy light summer salad. It's quite easy to put together and truly unique. This recipe is great for raw foodists, vegans, or those on a no gluten diet. Thanks for this great recipe vegetarian times.
Provided by enigma256
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place beets in medium bowl along with jicama, avocado, orange, and cilantro.
- Whisk together orange juice concentrate, lime juice cumin, and coriander. Whisk in oil. Pour over beet mixture, and toss to mix. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Sprinkle each serving with toasted pumpkin seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 50.3, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 10.8, Protein 3.9
WARM BEET-ORANGE SALAD
Steps:
- Place 1 pound beets on a large piece of foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 3 tablespoons water; close into a packet. Roast at 400 degrees F until tender, 50 minutes. Peel the beets and cut into wedges. Whisk 1/3 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt to taste in a bowl. Add 2 segmented oranges, the beets and 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts and toss.
JICAMA SALAD
Steps:
- Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, julienne the jicama, beets, and carrots and combine in a large bowl.
- Slice off the ends of the oranges. Using a paring knife, remove the peel and pith from the oranges, following the curve of the fruit. Slice on either side of the membranes to remove the segments. Transfer the orange segments to the jicama mixture.
- Squeeze enough juice from the membranes into a bowl, to make 1/4 cup. Whisk the lime juice into the orange juice. While whisking, drizzle in the oil to make smooth vinaigrette. Pour the vinaigrette over jicama mixture, toss to coat, and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the jicama salad to a platter and sprinkle with the peanuts.
JICAMA AND ORANGE SALAD
Jicama is a root vegetable with a fresh, somewhat sweet taste that goes well with citrus fruits.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Slice 1 orange in half, and squeeze the juice from one half into a bowl. Add sherry vinegar, salt, and pepper; slowly whisk in oil.
- Cut away peel and pith of remaining 2 1/2 oranges. Slice oranges into 3/8-inch rounds, and use your hands to pull slices apart into bite-size pieces. Set aside in a large bowl.
- Cut jicama into 2-inch matchsticks. Add jicama and onions to orange pieces. Pour vinaigrette over; toss to combine.
GLUTEN-FREE SPICY JICAMA AND ORANGE SALAD
Jicama is a crunchy root vegetable with a sweet, nutty flavor that's popular in Mexican cuisine. Its pretty ivory color does not become discolored, which makes it a natural to use in salads like this one.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large bowl, beat Dressing ingredients with whisk.
- Add jicama, cucumber and oranges; toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature about 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Top with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Choose the right jicama: Look for jicama that is firm and smooth, with no blemishes or bruises. The skin should be light brown and the flesh should be white.
- Peel and cut the jicama properly: Use a sharp knife to peel the jicama, then cut it into matchsticks or thin slices. If you are using a mandoline, be careful to use the safety guard to avoid cutting yourself.
- Soak the jicama in water: Soaking the jicama in cold water for 30 minutes will help to remove the starch and make it more crisp.
- Use a variety of colors and textures: To make your salad more visually appealing, use a variety of colors and textures. Some good options include shredded carrots, chopped red cabbage, diced avocado, or crumbled feta cheese.
- Don't overdress the salad: A light dressing is best for this salad, so that the flavors of the jicama, beets, and oranges can shine through. A simple vinaigrette or a citrus-based dressing is a good option.
Conclusion:
Jicama, beet, and orange salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.
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