Jicama Pomegranate Salad
Bright, crunchy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Jicama Pomegranate Salad is the ultimate refreshing side dish for any occasion. Featuring crispy matchstick jicama, juicy pomegranate seeds, cool diced cucumber, and the subtle zing of red onion, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Tossed in a zesty lime and olive oil dressing with a hint of chili powder, this dish strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for clean eating, this healthy salad is a delightful way to embrace fresh, seasonal produce. Whether you're looking for a gluten-free, vegan-friendly option or simply a unique twist on your salad routine, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (about 1 pound) jicama
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 medium (about 1.5 cups diced) cucumber
- 0.25 medium (finely sliced) red onion
- 0.25 cup (chopped) cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Peel and julienne the jicama into thin, matchstick-sized pieces. Alternatively, dice it into small cubes if preferred.
Dice the cucumber into small, evenly-sized pieces. If desired, peel and seed the cucumber before dicing.
Finely slice the red onion into thin strips.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the jicama, pomegranate seeds, diced cucumber, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Allow the salad to rest for 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1262 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.4 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1846 mg | 39% | |
*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.
