Israeli Salad with Jicama
Discover a refreshing twist on a classic Middle Eastern staple with this vibrant Israeli Salad with Jicama. This quick, no-cook recipe combines crisp jicama, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell pepper, all finely diced for the perfect bite. Fresh herbs like parsley and mint add a burst of aromatic flavor, while a simple dressing of zesty lemon juice and silky olive oil ties everything together beautifully. The addition of jicama introduces a delightful crunch and subtle sweetness, elevating this Mediterranean-inspired salad to a whole new level. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful and nutrient-packed dish is perfect as a light side, healthy lunch, or topping for pita sandwiches. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing, fresh-from-the-garden experience!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 200g) Jicama
- 2 medium (about 300g) Cucumber
- 4 medium (about 400g) Tomato
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
- 1 small Red Onion
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh Parsley
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh Mint Leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the jicama and dice it into small cubes about 1/4 inch in size. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. If they have thick skin, consider peeling them partially or fully. Dice the cucumbers into small cubes and add them to the bowl.
Step 3
Core and dice the tomatoes into small cubes of similar size as the other vegetables. Add them to the mixing bowl.
Step 4
Remove the seeds and stem from the red bell pepper. Dice it into small cubes and add to the bowl.
Step 5
Peel and finely chop the red onion. Add it to the salad mixture.
Step 6
Chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves finely. Sprinkle them over the diced vegetables in the bowl.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 8
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently with a large spoon or tongs to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Step 9
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2815.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1327.3 |
| Total Fat 47.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 17694.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 216.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 37.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 158.1g | |
| Protein 28.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 582.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5001.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories