Citrus Spiked Jicama and Carrot Slaw

Cooking Light, JULY 2004

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 4  cups jicama, julienne-cut peeled (about 1 pound, 1 1/2-inch)
• 2  cups carrots, julienne-cut (1 1/2-inch)
• 1⁄2 cup  thinly vertically sliced red onion
• 1⁄4 cup  fresh orange juice
• 1  teaspoon  grated lime rind
• 3  tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh cilantro
•  fresh fresh cilantro stem (optional)

Directions

1. Combine first 8 ingredients in a large bowl, and toss gently to coat.
2. Let stand 10 minutes. Stir in the cilantro just before serving. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.