ORANGE, JíCAMA, AND WATERCRESS SALAD

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Orange, Jícama, and Watercress Salad image

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Appetizer     Thanksgiving     Orange     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Jícama     Watercress     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from approximately 2 limes)
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small jícama, peeled and cut into 1/4- by 1-inch matchsticks (approximately 5 ounces)
3 large oranges
3 bunches watercress, thick stems removed (about 8 cups, packed)
3/4 cup raw green (hulled) pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted (optional)

Steps:

  • In small bowl, whisk together lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil, whisking until mixture emulsifies.
  • In medium bowl, toss together jícama and 1/4 cup vinaigrette, reserving remaining vinaigrette. Let marinate while preparing rest of ingredients.
  • 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).
  • 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. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds if using. Serve immediately.

Emiliya Hargate
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are perfect together.


Mian Jabar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover oranges and jicama. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.


Abby Armstrong
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone raved about it.


Tahir Khattak
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This salad was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


ubi david
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I thought this salad was just okay. The flavors didn't really come together for me.


larry ledbetter
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less orange juice in the dressing.


Hastyar Gaming
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I'm not a big fan of jicama, but I really enjoyed this salad. The oranges and watercress were a great combination.


Dhiraj Sah
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I used a store-bought orange vinaigrette dressing and it was perfect.


Zaheer Sumra
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Faraz Rj Rj
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This salad was a refreshing and delicious way to use up some oranges and jicama. The watercress added a peppery bite that balanced out the sweetness of the oranges and jicama. I will definitely be making this salad again!