Bright, refreshing, and packing a smoky punch, this Jicama Orange Salad with Chipotle Vinaigrette is a vibrant dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavor-packed experience. Crisp matchstick jicama pairs beautifully with sweet, juicy orange segments and tangy red onion, all brought to life with a smoky chipotle vinaigrette made from olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and warming spices like cumin and chipotle chili powder. Fresh cilantro ties it all together, adding a burst of herbaceous freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is perfect as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a colorful addition to any gathering. With its balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of bold, healthy flavors. Serve chilled or at room temperature and let the vibrant ingredients shine!
Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchstick strips or small cubes. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the oranges and remove as much of the white pith as possible. Cut the oranges into segments or bite-sized pieces, collecting any juice that drips while cutting. Add the orange segments to the bowl with the jicama.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the jicama and oranges.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves and sprinkle them into the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste for a balanced combination of spicy, tangy, and sweet flavors.
Pour the chipotle vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until well coated.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish. For best results, allow the salad to sit for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy a crisp, flavorful salad with a smoky kick!
Calories |
794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1279 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.2 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1473 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.