Jicama With Orange, Cucumber, Mango, Red Chile & Lime

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Jicama With Orange, Cucumber, Mango, Red Chile & Lime recipe for an exotic salad
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Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

1 medium jicama , julienned
2 small cucumbers , seeded and sliced
3 seedless oranges , sectioned
1 mango , peeled and sliced
1/3 cup lime juice
3 red jalapeno chiles , cut into rings
2 teaspoons ground red pepper
salt
cilantro , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
140
Sugar
15g
Fat
1g
Jicama With Orange, Cucumber, Mango, Red Chile & Lime is a vibrant, sweet, hot, and tangy salad that is a perfect combination of flavors and textures. This salad is perfect for a hot summer day when you want something nourishing but not too heavy. Jicama is a Mexican root vegetable that has a crunchy texture and sweet taste somewhat similar to an apple. It is combined with sweet mango, tangy lime, and spicy red chile for an exotic and refreshing flavor. Cilantro added on the top enhances the flavor profile of this salad. The flavors and nutritional value of this dish are top-notch and will make you feel healthy and satisfied at the same time.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the jicama, cucumber, orange, and mango together.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, red pepper, and salt and pour it over the salad mix.
3.Toss everything together until the dressing is evenly distributed.
4.Add chopped cilantro on top and serve chilled.

PROS

This salad is a perfect summer dish full of refreshing flavors.

Jicama is low in calories and high in fiber which makes it a great option for weight management.

Lime and citrus fruits in the salad are beneficial for heart health.

Mango has a high content of vitamins A and C improving skin and eye health.

Cilantro is known for its detoxifying properties.

CONS

Red chile might be too hot for some people’s taste.

It may contain a higher level of potassium which can cause dehydration if consumed in excess amounts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of vitamins and minerals that boost overall health.
Jicama is known to regulate blood sugar levels and improve digestion.
The vitamin C present in mango, orange, and lime helps the body absorb iron and boosts immunity.

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