Mango, Jicama, and Cucumber Salad
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5
Mango, Jicama, and Cucumber Salad
Description
The salad consists of uniformly cubed ripe mangoes, crunchy jicama, and peeled, seeded cucumbers, which are tossed together with a dash of cayenne pepper, chile powder (or Tajin seasoning), lime juice, and salt. The chile and cayenne introduce a gentle kick without overpowering the fresh ingredients.
Refrigerating the salad for at least an hour before serving allows the flavors to meld and the acidity to slightly soften the jicama and cucumber, enhancing the overall taste and texture. This chilled salad suits warm weather meals or as a palate-cleansing side dish.
The use of Tajin, a seasoning combining chile peppers, salt, and dehydrated lime juice, introduces an authentic tang and mild spice, easily found in Mexican grocery stores. This seasoning can be omitted or substituted with chile powder if unavailable.
Longer resting times intensify the flavors, making this salad a good make-ahead option for gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 Mango peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes, yellow, small
- 2 Mango peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes, red or green
- 1 jicama peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes, medium
- 1 cucumber peeled, seeded, and cut into ½ inch cubes, medium
- cayenne pepper dash of
- 1/8 teaspoon chile powder or Tajin
- 2-3 tablespoons lime juice
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl combine the mango, jicama, cucumbers, chile, lime juice, and salt.
- Toss well, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Allow the salad to chill for at least an hour to meld flavors and soften the ingredients slightly.
- Tajin seasoning enhances flavor with chile, salt, and lime, but chile powder can substitute if Tajin is unavailable.
- The salad works well as a refreshing accompaniment to various dishes, especially in warm weather.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 198 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 198kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 697mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 2347IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 113mg | 126% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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