Jicama, zucchini, and red pepper salad is a refreshing, healthy, and colorful salad that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. This vibrant salad combines the sweet and crunchy taste of jicama, the mild and tender flavor of zucchini, and the slightly spicy kick of red pepper. With its unique blend of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
JICAMA AND RED PEPPER SALAD
I took a leap when I made this recipe 8-9 years ago. I am a west Texas boy. Jicama? Sounds like a new language. WRONG! Good stuff with a raw potato texture...a little sweet with a little crunch. Just try it. I may grill it soon. Stay tuned.
Provided by Patrick Johnson @pwjohnso
Categories Other Salads
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In large bowl, blend the lemon juice with sugar, salta dn Tabasco.
- Whisk in oil slowly in a steady stream.
- Toss jicama, bell pepper, garlic, cilantro and green onion with dressing and serve.
SWEET AND CRUNCHY JICAMA SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, honey and salt. Add the jicama, carrots, apple and sesame seeds. Toss well to coat everything in the dressing. Let the salad sit for 30 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to combine and the vegetables to soften slightly.
CACTUS, ZUCCHINI AND RED PEPPER SALAD
Make your next party the talk of the town by serving this colorful salad of cactus, zucchini and red pepper tossed with a cilantro vinaigrette.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make vinaigrette, in small bowl, mix oil, vinegar, cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic and pepper with wire whisk until well blended.
- In 3-quart saucepan, heat water and salt to boiling. Add cactus. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Boil uncovered 5 minutes; drain. Immediately rinse with cold water, or plunge into large bowl of ice and water; drain. Repeat rinsing and draining twice.
- In large bowl, mix cactus, zucchini and bell pepper. Add vinaigrette; toss to mix.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg
JICAMA SALAD
Steps:
- Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, julienne the jicama, beets, and carrots and combine in a large bowl.
- Slice off the ends of the oranges. Using a paring knife, remove the peel and pith from the oranges, following the curve of the fruit. Slice on either side of the membranes to remove the segments. Transfer the orange segments to the jicama mixture.
- Squeeze enough juice from the membranes into a bowl, to make 1/4 cup. Whisk the lime juice into the orange juice. While whisking, drizzle in the oil to make smooth vinaigrette. Pour the vinaigrette over jicama mixture, toss to coat, and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the jicama salad to a platter and sprinkle with the peanuts.
JICAMA SALAD
Steps:
- Combine jicama, carrots, red onion, both peppers, tomato in a medium bowl. Whisk together the lime juice, vinegar, honey, olive oil and cayenne and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the cilantro and let sit for 30 minutes.
HEAVENLY ZUCCHINI SALAD
We always have an overabundance of zucchini in our garden, so I came up with this tasty recipe to use some of the bounty.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together the first six ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the salad dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts :
ZUCCHINI AND PEPPER SALAD
Make a big batch of this and eat it for 2 or 3 days in a row, as it keeps well. Sprinkle with a crumbly white cheese before serving or eat plain.
Provided by CatlingMex
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel zucchini and chop into 1/2-inch cubes or thin strips about 2 inches long. (If it is fresh and tender, peeling isn't necessary.)
- Chop or slice peppers into strips (according to what you did with the zucchini and onion; make it all similar in shape).
- Stir together zucchini, peppers, and onion.
- In a jar with a tight lid, make dressing by shaking vinegar, oil, and sugar.
- Pour dressing over veggies and toss gently.
- Cover and chill a few hours or overnight.
- Stir before serving with a slotted spoon so that the excess dressing runs off.
ZUCCHINI AND RED PEPPER SALAD (GREECE)
Make and share this Zucchini and Red Pepper Salad (Greece) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Peppers
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut both ends off each small zucchini, then core, seed & thinly slice the red bell pepper.
- Place zucchini & red bell pepper in boiling salted water & cook for 2 minutes, then drain & arrange on serving plate.
- Zest the lemon into long, thin strips/curls (The original recipe calls for blanching the zest for 2 minutes, but I don't.), then juice the lemon.
- Mix oil, lemon juice, chopped basil, salt, pepper & sugar.
- Pour over vegetables while they are still warm, then sprinkle with lemon zest & serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.6, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Sodium 57.7, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 2.7
Tips:
- Choose firm and crisp jicama, zucchini, and red peppers for the best texture.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the vegetables into thin strips for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the vegetables in the pan when cooking, or they will not brown properly.
- Add the vegetables to the pan in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Cook the vegetables until they are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices to taste.
- Serve the salad warm or at room temperature.
- Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or basil, for an extra pop of flavor.
Conclusion:
This jicama, zucchini, and red pepper salad is a healthy and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. The salad is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and it is also low in calories and fat. So next time you are looking for a healthy and tasty side dish, give this jicama, zucchini, and red pepper salad a try!
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