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Mango and Jicama Salad

Mango and Jicama Salad

Mango and jicama salad is a perfect blend of two-star ingredients: unripe mangoes and crunchy jicama. 

The mangoes bring a sweet and tangy taste, while the jicama adds a refreshing crunch. Together, jicama and mango create a match made in salad heaven!

It can be a delightful addition to any summer barbecue, picnic, potluck, or tropical-themed party. All you need is a few simple ingredients, and you’ll have a delicious side dish or a healthy snack that your guests will love.

Mango and Jicama Salad: Nutritional Goodness on a Plate

Mangoes, the crowned jewels of this salad, bring a burst of flavor and a plethora of nutrients. They’re loaded with vitamins A and C, essential antioxidants that do wonders for your skin and immune system. Plus, they’re packed with dietary fiber, keeping your tummy happy and digestion on point.

Mango and Jicama Salad Ingredients

Jicama, on the other hand, is low in calories but high in vitamin C and potassium, offering a nutrient-packed addition to the mix. This salad will keep you feeling good and energized.

The Dressing Delicacies

No salad is complete without a fabulous dressing, and this one doesn’t disappoint. The dressing’s star ingredients include tangy lime juice and a touch of honey for natural sweetness.

Add in the freshly grated ginger, a pinch of kosher salt, and a kick of ground chile pepper, and you’ve got yourself a symphony of flavors dancing on your palate.

As you assemble the jicama mango salad, you’ll witness a vibrant medley of colors and textures coming together.

Imagine the bright orange of the mangoes, the pale white of the jicama, and the cheerful orange of the carrots, all mingling with the green burst of cilantro and the nutty goodness of chopped peanuts. It’s a feast for the eyes before you take the first bite!

Mango and Jicama Salad Recipe

Mango and Jicama Salad

This mango jicama slaw is a quick and easy-to-make recipe. This delightful blend of mangoes and jicama, tossed with lime dressing and hints of fresh herbs, creates the perfect summer salad.

Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Course Salad
Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4
Calories 14 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Bowl

Ingredients

  

  • 2 nos. mangoes (large unripe, peeled & sliced into matchsticks)
  • 1/2 nos.  jicama (peeled & sliced into matchsticks)
  • 2 nos. carrots (medium-sized, peeled & shaved into strips with a vegetable peeler)
  • 2 nos. limes (juiced)
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp ginger (freshly grated)
  • 1/8 tsp kosher salt (a pinch)
  • 1/4 tsp California chile pepper (ground)
  • 1/2 tsp Cilantro (chopped)
  • 1/3 tsp peanuts (chopped)

Instructions

 

  • In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced mangoes, jicama, and carrots.
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