Jicama Salsa - How To Make Jicama Salsa


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Check out this very unusual and delicious salsa! Jicama is a legume that is grown for the large tuberous roots which can be eaten raw or cooked and are used as a source of starch.
 

Jicama Salsa

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Jicama Salsa Recipe

Recipe Type: Appetizer, Salsa, Dips & Spreads, Cucumbers, Oranges
Yields: serves many
Prep time: 20 min


Ingredients:

2 cups peeled and chopped jicama
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh-squeezed
lime juice 
1/2 teaspoon chili powder or to taste
1/4 teaspoon coarse
salt
1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 medium orange, peeled and chopped


Preparation:

In a large bowl, combine jicama, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, salt, cucumber, and orange; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.