Pear & jicama salad
Discover a refreshing combination of sweet pears and crisp jicama in this vibrant salad. Perfectly balanced flavors create a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup packed cilantro
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup orange juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- Pinch of minced garlic
- 2 large oranges
- 8 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup slivered red onion
- ½ cup Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette
Instructions:
- For the vinaigrette: Blend together cilantro, oil, lime juice, orange juice, salt, pepper, and garlic in a blender or food processor until the mixture is smooth.
- To make the salad: Trim both ends of the oranges. Using a knife, peel off the skin and white part; throw them away. Above a salad bowl, separate the orange segments from the membrane and add them to the bowl while removing the membrane. Mix in lettuce, avocado, onion, and vinaigrette; stir well to cover all ingredients. (Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for a maximum of 2 days.)
Summary:
- Calories: 643 kcal
- Fat: 27 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbs: 88 g
- Potassium: 1273 mg
- Magnesium: 135 mg