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Vibrant Jicama Salad: A Flavorful Delight

Get Ready for a Symphony of Flavors

This stunning salad is a masterclass in texture, color, and flavor. With its crunchy jicama, tangy oranges, and spicy jalapeño, every bite is a delight. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make and ready in just 10 minutes!

Gather Your Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need:

• 1 pound jicama
• 1 medium lime
• 2 medium oranges
• 1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 medium jalapeño, stemmed and finely chopped
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Unleash the Flavors

Begin by peeling the jicama and cutting it into 2-inch long, 1/4-inch thick sticks. Place them in a large bowl. Next, finely grate the zest of the lime and add it to the bowl. Cut the lime in half and squeeze one half over the jicama, reserving the second half for later.

Orange You Glad It’s So Easy?

Finely zest one of the oranges, yielding about 1 tablespoon. Add it to the bowl of jicama. Then, slice off the top and bottom of the zested orange and set it flat on a work surface. Using a paring knife, follow the curve of the orange to remove any remaining peel and white pith. Working over the bowl of jicama, slice between the membranes to release the segments. Discard the membrane and peels. Repeat this process with the second orange.

The Final Touches

Add the sliced bell pepper and chopped cilantro to the bowl, stirring to combine. Introduce the jalapeño to taste, and season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice as needed.

Serve and Enjoy!

This vibrant salad is now ready to impress your friends and family. Its perfect balance of flavors and textures makes it an ideal addition to any meal. So go ahead, dig in, and savor the delight!