Jicama Salad

Jicama is a popular Latin American vegetable that tastes similar to an apple or a pear. The cilantro and lime juice give this recipe an added Latin flavor.

Info
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

 * 1 large jicama, peeled and thinly sliced


 * 1 small red onion, peeled and thinly sliced


 * 2 Tbsp finely chopped cilantro


 * 2 Tbsp finely chopped mint


 * 3 Tbsp lime juice


 * 1 tsp salt

Directions
1.Arrange jicama and red onion slices on a serving plate.

2.Sprinkle with salt, lime juice, mint, and cilantro.

Tips

 * Jicama looks like a turnip or a large radish with brown skin.
 * Look for jicama that are firm with dry roots and not bruised or flawed. Peel skin before eating or cooking.

Variations

 * Serve on top of mixed greens and drizzle with a light vinaigrette for a more traditional salad.

Source

 * Fruits and Veggies Matter, Adult Recipe Cards by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention—original source of recipe, public domain government resource