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Strawberry Jicama Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This refreshing Strawberry Jicama Salad combines crisp jicama, sweet strawberries, and juicy green pears with crunchy pecans and spring mix greens. Enhanced with a fig balsamic vinegar glaze and optional flaxseed oil, it’s a perfect light and vibrant dish ready in just 10 minutes, ideal for a nutritious snack or side.

Ingredients

Greens

  • 6 cups spring mix

Produce

  • 1 jicama
  • 1 package strawberries (about 8 oz)
  • 2 green pears
  • 3 green onions

Nuts

  • 1/2 cup pecans

Dressing

  • 3 tbsp cold pressed flax seed oil (optional)
  • 3 tbsp fig balsamic vinegar glaze

Instructions

  1. Peel the jicama: Using a knife, carefully cut off the thick skin of the jicama until the white flesh is fully exposed. Then julienne the peeled jicama into thin matchstick-like strips and set aside.
  2. Chop the fruit and veggies: Dice the green pears into bite-sized pieces. Slice the strawberries thinly and chop the green onions into small rings for a fresh bite.
  3. Toss the salad: In a large bowl, combine the spring mix greens with the julienned jicama, sliced strawberries, diced pears, and chopped green onions. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top.
  4. Add dressing and mix: Drizzle the salad with the cold pressed flaxseed oil if using, followed by the fig balsamic vinegar glaze. Toss everything thoroughly to evenly coat the salad ingredients.
  5. Serve and enjoy: Transfer the salad to serving bowls or plates and enjoy this crisp, sweet, and nutty salad immediately for the best freshness.

Notes

  • Jicama is best peeled with a knife because its skin is thick and tough.
  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries and pears for optimal sweetness and texture.
  • The flaxseed oil is optional and adds a mild nutty flavor and healthy fats.
  • Fig balsamic vinegar glaze adds a sweet tangy dimension; substitute with regular balsamic glaze if unavailable.
  • For an extra crunch, lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the salad.
  • This salad is best served fresh and not stored for long periods to maintain crispness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://mysimpledish.com/strawberry-jicama-salad-recipe/