Best 3 Jicama Spinach Salad Recipes

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**Jicama Spinach Salad: A Refreshing and Nutritious Dish**

If you're looking for a light and refreshing salad that's packed with nutrients, look no further than the jicama spinach salad. This salad combines the crisp texture of jicama with the tender greens of spinach, creating a delightful mix of flavors and textures. With its vibrant colors and variety of ingredients, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. The addition of a tangy dressing, made with lime juice, olive oil, and honey, perfectly complements the natural flavors of the jicama and spinach. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or enjoying it as a main course, this jicama spinach salad is a delicious and healthy choice that's sure to become a favorite.

**Additional Recipes to Explore:**

1. **Jicama Salad with Feta and Mint:** This salad takes the classic jicama spinach salad to the next level with the addition of tangy feta cheese and refreshing mint.

2. **Jicama and Mango Salad:** This tropical-inspired salad combines sweet mango, crunchy jicama, and a zesty dressing for a burst of flavor.

3. **Spicy Jicama Slaw:** This unique slaw features shredded jicama, cabbage, and carrots tossed in a spicy dressing for a side dish with a kick.

4. **Jicama Fries:** These crispy jicama fries are a healthier alternative to traditional potato fries and can be served with your favorite dipping sauce.

5. **Jicama Stir-Fry:** This quick and easy stir-fry features jicama, bell peppers, and your choice of protein for a flavorful and nutritious meal.

With so many delicious recipes to choose from, you're sure to find a jicama dish that you'll love. Enjoy exploring the versatility of this underrated vegetable and incorporating it into your meals for a healthy and tasty twist.

Let's cook with our recipes!

STRAWBERRY & JICAMA SPINACH SALAD FOR TWO



Strawberry & Jicama Spinach Salad for Two image

This is a wonderful light salad. I love strawberries and spinach salads with balsamic dressing. This gives the extra crunch from the jicama. Great anytime of the year you want something light and refreshing. Add grilled chicken to make it a full meal.

Provided by Barbara Kavorkian

Categories     Other Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

SALAD
4 c ready to eat spinach salad (about 1/2 10oz bag)
1/2 small jicama or apple, cut into match sticks
1/2 c fresh strawberries, sliced in half
1 kiwi fruit
2 Tbsp walnuts (optional)
1 grilled chicken breast, cubed
DRESSING
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp orange juice, fresh
1 1/2 tsp cider vinegar or white vinegar
1/2 tsp poppy seeds (optional)
1 tsp dijon mustard

Steps:

  • 1. In a tightly covered pint canning jar or container, shake all the dressing ingredients together.
  • 2. Peel the jicama, removing the brown skin and a thin layer of the flesh just under the skin. The skin can sometimes be slightly tough. Cut about half of the jicama or apple into about 1x 1/4-inch sticks. Wrap remaining jicama or apple and refrigerate for another use.
  • 3. Peel the kiwi. Cut lengthwise in half, then cut into slices. Rinse the strawberries with cool water and lightly pat dry. Remove the leaves and cut the berries lengthwise into slices.
  • 4. If spinach salad is not trimmed and cleaned, remove and discard the stems from the spinach leaves. Rinse the leaves in cool water. Shake off excess water and blot to dry with paper towels. Tear any large leaves into bite-size pieces.
  • 5. In a large salad bowl, place the spinach, strawberries, jicama or apple sticks and kiwi slices. Shake the dressing again to mix ingredients. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, and toss with 2 large spoons or salad tongs. Top with 1/2 chicken breast and walnuts if desired. To keep salad crisp, serve immediately.

JICAMA-RADISH SPINACH SALAD



Jicama-Radish Spinach Salad image

Jicama is a legume that grows underground as a tuber. Because it has a sweet flavor and a moist but crisp texture, it makes a nice addition to salads.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1-1/2 cups julienned jicama
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
6 radishes, sliced
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, jicama, onion and radishes. In a small bowl, whisk the orange juice, honey, oil and mustard. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SPINACH SALAD WITH MANDARIN ORANGES & JICAMA



Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges & Jicama image

I put this salad together one night and hubby loved it. It's very festive looking. I have taken it to family gatherings in the past - even spinach haters liked it. Marie's Poppy Seed salad dressing is the best. Creamy and light tasting. No weird aftertaste. It's hard to find, but I've always found it at Safeway.

Provided by Chris L.

Categories     Other Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

washed & trimmed baby spinach leaves
jicama sliced match stick style
1 can(s) mandarin oranges, drained
dried cranberries
1 bottle marie's poppy seed salad dressing (safeway)

Steps:

  • 1. Wash spinach leaves and trim ends.
  • 2. Drain mandarin oranges very well.
  • 3. Peel and slice jicama into matchstick size pieces.
  • 4. Just before serving top spinach leaves with mandarin oranges, jicama and sprinkle dried cranberries on top.
  • 5. Serve salad dressing on the side. For those of you who are nuts about nuts, sprinkle on some almond slices or walnuts, etc.

Tips:

  • Choose a flavorful jicama: Look for jicama roots that are firm, smooth, and free of blemishes. The flesh should be white and crisp, with a slightly sweet flavor.
  • Peel the jicama properly: Use a sharp knife to carefully peel the skin off the jicama. Be careful not to remove too much of the flesh.
  • Slice the jicama thinly: For the best results, slice the jicama into thin matchsticks or rounds. This will help the jicama absorb the dressing and flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Use a light and flavorful dressing: A simple vinaigrette or citrus-based dressing is a great option for jicama salad. Avoid using heavy or creamy dressings, as these can overpower the delicate flavor of the jicama.
  • Add some crunch: To add some extra crunch to your jicama salad, try adding some chopped nuts, seeds, or crispy vegetables, such as bell peppers or celery.
  • Serve immediately: Jicama salad is best served fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the salad in the refrigerator for no more than 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Jicama spinach salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its light and flavorful dressing and crunchy texture, jicama spinach salad is a great way to add some healthy and delicious greens to your diet.

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