Best 3 Picante Jícama And Roasted Carrot Salad With Creamy Basil Dressing Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this tantalizing Picante Jicama and Roasted Carrot Salad, artfully paired with a luscious Creamy Basil Dressing. This vibrant salad features a delightful interplay of textures and colors, with crisp jicama, caramelized roasted carrots, and a refreshing blend of red onion, cilantro, and mint. The Creamy Basil Dressing adds a luscious, herbaceous touch, elevating this salad to an exquisite culinary experience. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions to guide you in creating this delightful dish, along with variations to suit your taste preferences. Discover a world of flavors in every bite with this Picante Jicama and Roasted Carrot Salad, a true testament to the art of culinary fusion.

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PICANTE JíCAMA AND ROASTED CARROT SALAD WITH CREAMY BASIL DRESSING

Picante Jícama and Roasted Carrot Salad with Creamy Basil Dressing image

Provided by Jesus Gonzalez

Categories Citrus Fruit Nut Vegetable Roast Vegetarian Basil Carrot Healthy

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

nonstick cooking spray
16 small carrots, trimmed, or 8 large carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces
1/2 cup (2 1/2 ounces) pine nuts
1 small jicama*, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks (about 1 1/3 cups)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice (from about 1 medium lemon or 2 medium limes)
2 teaspoons mild chile powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
4 cups mixed baby greens
8 leaves Belgian endive, radicchio, or red leaf lettuce (from 1 head)
8 orange slices, peeled and seeded
4 fresh figs, sliced in half (optional)
1/4 cup creamy basil dressing
*Use a paring knife, rather than a peeler, to peel the jicama, and be sure to remove the tough, fibrous flesh just below the skin.

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Spread carrots on sheet, then very lightly spray carrots. Roast until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool.
In dry skillet over moderate heat, toast pine nuts, stirring constantly, until fragrant and light golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Immediately transfer to plate and let cool.
In small bowl, toss jicama with lemon or lime juice, chile powder, and cayenne, if using.
To serve, divide mixed baby greens among 4 salad plates and top each with 4 carrots. Mound 1/3 cup jicama atop each portion. Sprinkle each salad with 2 tablespoons pine nuts and garnish each plate with 2 endive, radicchio, or red-leaf lettuce leaves; 2 orange slices; and 2 fig halves, if using. Drizzle 1 tablespoon basil dressing over each salad and serve immediately.

ROASTED CARROT SALAD

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Inspired by an incredibly popular salad sold in a local award winning market here in Woodstock, VT. Since they don't give out the recipe, I had to figure it out on my own. But I (and others) believe that my version is infinitely better, and I'm sure you will agree. This light, fresh and healthy salad is perfect for summer days and presents well for BBQ's, potlucks, and dinner parties alike and it is guaranteed to impress and get rave reviews every time.

Provided by Morgan

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 pounds carrots, peeled and thinly sliced on the diagonal
½ cup slivered almonds
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
⅓ cup dried cranberries
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled Danish blue cheese
2 cups arugula

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Combine the carrots, almonds, and garlic in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread out onto an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake the carrots in the preheated oven until soft and the edges turn brown, about 30 minutes. Remove and allow to cool to room temperature.
Once cool, return the carrots to the mixing bowl, and drizzle with honey and vinegar; toss until coated. Add the cranberries and blue cheese; toss again until evenly mixed. Combine with the arugula and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 14.1 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 370.3 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

CREAMY BASIL DRESSING

Creamy Basil Dressing image

Provided by Jesus Gonzalez

Categories Blender Food Processor Citrus Garlic Herb Onion No-Cook Vegetarian Yogurt Salad Dressing

Yield Makes about 3/4 cup (about 12 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup plain low fat or non-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped plus 2 tablespoons sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips
3/4 teaspoon shallots, chopped (about 1/4 small shallot)
1/4 teaspoon garlic, chopped (about 1/2 clove)
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

In blender or food processor, combine yogurt, vinegar, lemon juice, chopped basil, shallots, garlic, salt, and pepper and pureé until very smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.
Stir in sliced basil and serve.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create thin strips of jicama and carrots.
Be careful not to overcook the carrots. They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
If you don't have a blender, you can make the dressing by hand in a bowl.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Serve the salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This picante jicama and roasted carrot salad with creamy basil dressing is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The jicama and carrots are refreshing and crunchy, while the creamy basil dressing adds a touch of richness and flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.