Jicama and Orange Salad

Submitted by Chicagoland Chef du

"A popular street snack in Mexico. It's light & refreshing, crunchy & sweet with a little bit of heat! Make your dressing first, then prep the salad. From Chef Jeff Smedstad & The Elote Cafe."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 medium jicama, peeled, cut into thick matchstick-like pieces
• 2 oranges, peeled, cut into thick slices
• 1⁄4 cup diced onion
• 3 radishes, cut in half then sliced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1⁄2 lime, squeeze juice to garnish
• 1 dash chili powder, to garnish (optional)
• lime vinaigrette
• 1 cup olive oil
• 2⁄3 cup orange juice
• 1⁄4 cup cholulu brand hot sauce, do not substitute
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar

directions

1. Mix the dressing ingredients week, set aside.
2. Place all the salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss.
3. Pour enough dressing to coat, toss again and plate.
4. Garnish each salad with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkling of chile powder, if desired,.

Reviews

[Mark H.]

This is an awesome salad. We enjoy mostly in the summer, but recommend it anytime! I have eliminated the onions and added avocado on occasions to change it up.