Ensalada Xek Jicama and Mandarin Orange Salad

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly refreshing, this Ensalada Xek Jicama and Mandarin Orange Salad is a vibrant fusion of textures and flavors. Featuring crisp matchstick-cut jicama, juicy mandarin orange segments, crunchy cucumber, and peppery radish slices, this salad is beautifully balanced with the tang of lime, a touch of honey, and a hint of chili powder for subtle heat. Tossed with fresh cilantro and a citrusy dressing, it’s a perfect side dish for grilled fish, chicken, or tacos. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this colorful Mexican-inspired salad is as quick to prepare as it is delicious. Ideal for summer gatherings or a light, healthy meal, this recipe delivers refreshing flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium (about 1 lb) jicama
• 3 mandarin oranges
• 1 small cucumber
• 0.25 cup, finely sliced red onion
• 5 small radishes
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 lime
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the jicama and cut it into matchstick-shaped pieces about 2 inches long.

Step 2

Peel the mandarin oranges, separate the segments, and remove any seeds or pith. If the segments are large, cut them in half.

Step 3

Wash and peel the cucumber, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons.

Step 4

Finely slice the red onion and rinse briefly under cold water to reduce its sharpness.

Step 5

Thinly slice the radishes into rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the jicama, mandarin oranges, cucumber, red onion, radish slices, and chopped cilantro.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the juice of the limes, orange juice, honey, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 9

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve the salad cold as a refreshing side dish for grilled fish, chicken, or tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1087.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	442.1

Total Fat 1.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1723.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.3g	0%
Total Sugars 53.1g
Protein 8.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238.7mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1637.3mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.3%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 90.1%