ORANGE, JíCAMA, AND WATERCRESS SALAD

Orange, Jícama, and Watercress Salad image

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories Salad Leafy Green Appetizer Thanksgiving Orange Fall Winter Healthy Jícama Watercress Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from approximately 2 limes)
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small jícama, peeled and cut into 1/4- by 1-inch matchsticks (approximately 5 ounces)
3 large oranges
3 bunches watercress, thick stems removed (about 8 cups, packed)
3/4 cup raw green (hulled) pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted (optional)

Steps:

In small bowl, whisk together lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil, whisking until mixture emulsifies.
In medium bowl, toss together jícama and 1/4 cup vinaigrette, reserving remaining vinaigrette. Let marinate while preparing rest of ingredients.
Using paring knife and working over large bowl to catch juice, remove peel and white pith from oranges, then cut between membranes to remove segments (discard membranes).
To bowl with orange juice, add orange segments, jícama (including vinaigrette), and watercress. Toss well to combine. If desired, add additional vinaigrette, or reserve remainder for another use. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds if using. Serve immediately.

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Sheetal Magar

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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and savory.

abebech kebede

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Rita Begum

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I'm not sure I would make this salad again, but I'm glad I tried it.

ANTOINETTE JOHNSON

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This salad is a good starting point, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks.

Lucia Martins

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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.

Ahmed Humayun

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I would have liked the salad more if the jicama had been peeled and sliced thinner.

FAWAD Fahad

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I found the dressing to be a bit too oily.

Sahib zaman

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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste.

Ivan Nikolic

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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.

Arbind Bhai

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This salad is a great way to use up leftover oranges and jicama.

Mauri Ureta

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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with nutrients and the dressing is light and refreshing.

ftf clan ftf clan

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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.

Sid Mady

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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The orange, jicama, and watercress were all very fresh and crisp, and the dressing was light and flavorful.