Jicama Y Ensalada Anaranjada Picante (Spicy Oranges & Jicama

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 0

Tangy and spicy Jicama Y Ensalada Anaranjada Picante recipe

Jicama Y Ensalada Anaranjada Picante (Spicy Oranges & Jicama

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

10g

Fat

Jicama Y Ensalada Anaranjada Picante, or Spicy Oranges & Jicama Salad in English, is a refreshing and light salad popular in Mexico. It is a perfect dish for hot summer days, with the juicy and tangy citrus flavor of the orange and the crunchy texture of jicama, complemented by spicy jalapenos and the refreshing taste of cilantro. This salad is rich in flavor and offers a variety of health benefits.

Instructions

1.	Peel the oranges and slice horizontally into rounds. Place oranges in a bowl.
2.	Add thinly sliced onions, jicama sticks and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
3.	Season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
4.	Add diced red jalapeno and toss all the ingredients together.
5.	Serve mixed salad greens tossed with vinaigrette on the side and enjoy!

PROS

The combination of tangy oranges, spicy jalapenos, and refreshing jicama creates a unique and delicious taste.

Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a light summer meal.

The jicama is low in calories and high in fiber, making it a great addition to any diet.

CONS

Jicama can be difficult to find in certain locations, making it a less accessible ingredient for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jicama is rich in inulin, a type of fiber that helps promote healthy digestion and supports the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. It is also high in vitamin C, which helps support a strong immune system.
The various ingredients in this dish contain antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation in the body.

	6 small navel oranges
	1 red onion , thinly sliced
	1 cup jicama , cut into sticks
	1/2 cup cilantro , chopped
	salt , to taste
	1 red jalapeno chile , seeded and diced
	cayenne pepper
	6 cups mixed salad greens , tossed with vinaigrette ( optional )