Jicama is a
large tuber with a tough, dull-brown skin. Peel the skin and
find a sweet and crunchy treat. This is an unusual and very refreshing
salad.
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12
ounces (3/4 pound) Jicama, peeled and cut
into matchsticks
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2 Navel
Oranges, peeled, white membrane removed
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12 Black
Pitted Olives, sliced into rings
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1/2 cup
sliced Red Onion
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2 tablespoons Olive
Oil
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1 1/2 tablespoons
fresh Lemon Juice
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1/4 teaspoon Cumin
1.
Toss
onion, jicama, and olives in medium-sized bowl. In small bowl
blend oil, lemon juice, and cumin until combined. Pour over
vegetables and toss again to coat.
2.
Cut
oranges in half lengthwise. Slice halves into -inch semi-circles. Combine
with jicama and mix gently to combine.