Ginger-Lime Jicama Salad

This salad is a refreshing and crunchy side dish that is perfect for summer. The jicama provides a sweet and slightly starchy base, while the red onion adds a bit of sharpness. The cilantro and mint add freshness, while the ginger and lime juice give the salad a bit of a kick. The olive oil helps to bind all of the ingredients together and adds a bit of richness.

The inspiration for this salad came to me one day when I was walking through a farmers market. I saw a beautiful display of jicama and was immediately drawn to its crisp texture and sweet flavor. I knew I had to create a salad that would showcase this wonderful vegetable. I started by combining jicama, red onion, cilantro, and mint. These ingredients are all commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisine, and I thought they would pair well with the jicama. I then added some grated ginger and lime juice to give the salad a bit of a kick. Finally, I tossed everything with a bit of olive oil to bind all of the ingredients together. The result was a salad that was both refreshing and flavorful. It was the perfect side dish for a summer meal.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Combine the jicama, red onion, cilantro, mint, ginger, lime juice, and olive oil in a large bowl.
2. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
3. Toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Why It Works

• The combination of jicama, red onion, cilantro, and mint creates a refreshing and crunchy salad that is perfect for summer.
• The ginger and lime juice add a bit of a kick to the salad, while the olive oil helps to bind all of the ingredients together.
• This salad is a great way to use up leftover jicama.