Jicama and Sweet Lemon Salad

Jicama and Sweet Lemon Salad

Recipe by The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen: Fresh, Fast and Flavorful Recipes Made with Canola Oilu0022 from the American Diabetes Association and CanolaInfo
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Yield

8

servings
Calories

60

kcal
Serving Size

1/2

cup (125 mL)

This crisp and refreshing salad is ideal for dining outdoors in the summer sun. Canola oil helps the flavors meld.

Ingredients

  • 1 1 small jicama (about 8 oz/ 225 g), peeled, thinly sliced and cut into matchstick-sized pieces (about 1 1/2 cups/375 mL total)

  • 1/2 1/2 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced and cut into 2-inch (5-cm) pieces

  • 1 cup 250 ml diced fresh pineapple

  • 2 tbsp 30 ml chopped fresh cilantro leaves

  • 1/4 cup 60 ml finely chopped red onion

  • 1 tsp 5 ml lemon zest

  • 3 tbsp 45 ml fresh lemon juice

  • 2 tbsp 30 ml pourable sugar substitute

  • 2 tbsp 30 ml canola oil

  • 2 tsp 10 ml grated fresh ginger

  • 1/2 tsp 0.5 ml dried red pepper flakes

Directions

  • In large bowl, combine all ingredients and toss gently, yet thoroughly, until well blended. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Jicama, also known as Mexican turnip, has crispy white flesh like a raw potato and the subtle taste of a pear. Jicama can be found in major supermarkets, but if it is not available, you can substitute firm pears.

Nutrition Facts

8 servings per container


  • Amount Per ServingCalories60
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 3.5g 5%
    • Saturated Fat 0.3g 0%
  • Cholesterol 0mg 0%
  • Sodium 0mg 0%
  • Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
    • Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
  • Protein 0g 0%

    * 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.

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