Jicama Turkey Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with texture, this Jicama Turkey Salad is the perfect blend of crunch and zest! Featuring crisp matchstick jicama, tender shredded turkey breast, and a medley of vibrant veggies like red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion, this salad is dressed in a zesty lime-cumin vinaigrette with a touch of honey. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and no cooking required, this recipe is a time-saving, nutritious option perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish. The fresh cilantro adds a fragrant herbal note, while the balance of sweet and tangy flavors keeps every bite exciting. Whether you're looking for a healthy meal prep idea or a refreshing salad for a summer gathering, this Jicama Turkey Salad is sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 1 lb) jicama
- 2 cups (shredded or chopped) cooked turkey breast
- 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
- 1 small (quartered and sliced) English cucumber
- 0.5 small (thinly sliced) red onion
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
Instructions
Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchsticks or small cubes. Place the jicama in a large mixing bowl.
Add the cooked turkey breast, diced red bell pepper, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the jicama.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the components evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld (optional).
Serve the salad as a main dish or as a side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.6 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 49 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 295 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 516 mg | 11% | |
*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.
