Carrot, Jicama and Orange Salad

This Carrot, Jicama and Orange Salad is crisp, refreshing and allows for an experience with the delightfuly sweet and rooty flavored vegetable jicama. It is a great source of Vitamin C, which keeps gums and blood vessels healthy.

Prep time: 20 minutes

(Make 8 serving)

Amount Per Serving (about 1/2 cup): 60 Calories, 1 g. Protein, 11 g. Carbohydrates, 3 g. Dietary Fiber, 6 g. Sugar, 1.5 g. Fat (0 g. Sat Fat), 0 mg. Cholesterol, 10 mg. Sodium

Ingredients:

• 1 small jicama, peeled and cut into small pieces
• 2 carrots, peeled and coarsely grated
• 2 tsp. of lime juice
• 1 Tbsp. of honey
• 2 Tbsp. of orange juice
• 2 tsp. of vegetable oil
• 2 small oranges, peeled and cut into small pieces
• salt to taste

Preparation:

• Mix jicama, carrots, and oranges in serving bowl.
• Combine oil, orange juice, honey, lime juice, and salt to taste in small-size bowl. Mix well.
• Pour over salad and stir lightly. Serve immediately.
• Refrigerate leftovers within 2 to 3 hours.

Note:

• Honey is not safe for children less than a year old. It can contain the Clostridium botulinum organism that could cause serious illness or death.

Source: healthyrecipes.oregonstate.edu

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