Certainly! Let’s dive into crafting the delightful Jicama-Orange Salad with Chipotle Vinaigrette recipe. This salad is a vibrant medley of flavors and textures, perfect for a light lunch or snack during the spring or summer months. 🥗🍊
Jicama-Orange Salad with Chipotle Vinaigrette
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 4 oranges
- 8 ounces jicama, peeled and thinly sliced
- 8 black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base: Begin by arranging individual leaves of romaine lettuce on salad plates, creating a bed for the salad.
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Slice Oranges: Next, remove the rind and pith from the oranges, then slice them across to expose the sections, aiming for approximately 1/4-inch thick slices. Remove any seeds as necessary.
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Assemble the Salad: Spread the sliced oranges over the romaine lettuce in a fan pattern, then sprinkle the jicama slices and sliced black olives over the oranges. Scatter the chopped cilantro leaves on top. (If you’re not a fan of cilantro, you can substitute flat-leaf parsley.)
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Prepare the Chipotle Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, make a paste by combining the chipotle chilies, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. You can use a flat mallet or any suitable utensil to press and mix the ingredients together.
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Whisk Dressing: Once the paste is ready, whisk in the orange juice, lime juice, and extra virgin olive oil until well combined. This flavorful chipotle vinaigrette will add a spicy and tangy kick to the salad.
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Dress and Serve: Drizzle the chipotle vinaigrette over the assembled salad just before serving. Ensure each plate is generously coated with the delicious dressing.
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Enjoy: Serve the Jicama-Orange Salad with Chipotle Vinaigrette immediately and savor the explosion of flavors with every bite. This refreshing salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a refreshing snack on a warm day.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 165.9
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 382.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 30.7g
- Fiber: 9.9g
- Sugar: 17.7g
- Protein: 3.9g
This Jicama-Orange Salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a healthy dose of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It’s a fantastic way to enjoy the vibrant flavors of fresh fruits and vegetables while adding a spicy twist with the chipotle vinaigrette. Serve it as a starter at your next gathering or enjoy it as a light and satisfying meal any day of the week.
