Best 5 Jicama And Orange Salad With Citrus Cumin Vinaigrette Recipes

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Jicama and orange salad, a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the crisp texture of jicama with the zesty sweetness of oranges, offers a unique and delicious culinary experience. When paired with a tangy citrus cumin vinaigrette dressing, this salad elevates simple ingredients into a symphony of flavors, creating a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and savory notes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

JICAMA-ORANGE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 oranges
1/4 teaspoon ancho chili powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lime
1 medium jicama, peeled and diced
3 scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Seeds of 1/2 pomegranate

Steps:

  • Peel and segment the oranges with a paring knife (see page 52). Squeeze the empty membranes over a large bowl to release the juices.
  • Whisk the chili powder, salt and pepper to taste, the olive oil and lime juice into the orange juice. Toss in the orange segments and jicama. Before serving, add the scallions, cilantro and pomegranate seeds.

JICAMA AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large oranges
2 limes, juiced
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small to medium jicama, peeled and cut into thick matchsticks
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 medium avocado, sliced crosswise
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Segment the oranges and cut each segment in half. Squeeze the juice from the oranges' membranes into a bowl. Whisk in the lime juice, coriander, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt and olive oil.
  • Gently toss the jicama, red onion and oranges with the lime vinaigrette and transfer to a serving bowl. Top with the avocado, cilantro and a sprinkle of salt.

JICAMA AND ORANGE SALAD WITH CITRUS-CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



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This simple and flavorful salad is well balanced thanks to crunchy jicama, sweet oranges, and tender baby spinach.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 oranges
1 jicama (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and julienned
3 ounces baby spinach, rinsed
Citrus-Cumin Vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, cut both ends off the oranges, and remove the peel and pith. Slice the peeled fruit crosswise into 1/4-inch rounds, and remove any seeds. Transfer slices to a large bowl, and combine with jicama and spinach. Toss with the vinaigrette, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 55 g

CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



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Cumin really comes through in this tangy dressing passed along by Yolanda Maciejewski of Land O'Lakes, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well. Shake again before serving. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CITRUS-CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



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With bold flavors, this cumin and citrus vinaigrette packs a ton of flavor and is perfect for our Jicama and Orange Salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Freshly ground pepper
Pinch of coarse salt

Steps:

  • Toast cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Transfer to a spice grinder, and process until finely ground.
  • Combine all ingredients in the jar of a blender; blend until smooth. Store, covered, in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 34 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe jicama and oranges for the best flavor and texture.
  • To easily peel and slice the jicama, use a vegetable peeler and a sharp knife.
  • To make the citrus-cumin vinaigrette, whisk together freshly squeezed orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, honey, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of honey in the vinaigrette to your desired sweetness level.
  • For a spicier vinaigrette, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • Toss the jicama, oranges, and avocado in the vinaigrette just before serving to prevent the avocado from browning.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh cilantro or mint for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

This jicama and orange salad with citrus-cumin vinaigrette is a refreshing, healthy, and flavorful side dish or light lunch. The combination of sweet jicama, juicy oranges, and creamy avocado is perfectly complemented by the tangy and slightly spicy vinaigrette. This salad is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe, give this one a try.

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