Fiesta Citrus Jicama Salad

Jicama is a fun vegetable. It's crisp, cool and refreshing, with a very mild flavor. This is a great potluck recipe because it makes a good amount and it's different than the typical potluck salads.

Fiesta Citrus Jicama Salad - adapted from Better Homes & Gardens Annual Recipes 1999
Yield: 8-10 side-dish servings


3 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrot
2 cups jicama, sliced into thin bite-size strips
1 small green bell pepper, sliced into thin bite-size strips
1 small red bell pepper, sliced into thin bite-size strips
1/3 cup chopped red onion


2/3 cup Italian salad dressing
1 medium orange, peeled, cut up, and seeded
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 tsp chili powder


In a large bowl combine cabbage, carrots, jicama, peppers, and onion. Set aside. In a blender or food processor combine dressing, orange, jalapeno, and chili powder. Cover and process until nearly smooth. Pour over cabbage mixture. Toss to combine. Cover and chill 4-6 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.