No-Fat Orange, Cucumber and Jicama Salad |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This no-fat salad is a refreshing change of taste in the winter, and a cooling treat in the summer. Be sure to give it plenty of time to combine flavors in the refrigerator, and stir occasionally to distribute seasonings. Ingredients:
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped |
2 medium oranges, peeled, bitter white pith removed, cubed |
1 1/2 cups jicama, peeled and cubed |
4 green onions, cliced |
8 tablespoons lime juice |
4 tablespoons orange juice |
3/4 teaspoon chili powder (i prefer more) |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 -2 teaspoon dried mint or 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped |
Directions:
1. Combine cucumber, oranges, jicama and green onions in a glass bowl.
2. Combine juices, chili powder and salt; pour over salad ingredients.
3. Sprinkle mint over the salad; toss, cover and chill, preferably overnight, mixing occasionally.
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