Quinoa Jicama Salad with Lime
Quinoa Jicama Salad with Lime blends crisp jicama and fluffy quinoa with bursts of pineapple and golden raisins for a sweet-tart contrast. Toasty coconut and fresh cilantro add tropical aroma, while jalapeño and lime brighten each bite. Serve it chilled for lunch, potlucks, or as a refreshing side at summer dinners.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a saucepan, bring the water and quinoa to a boil. Stir 1/4 teaspoon salt into the water, then return it to a rolling boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until all the moisture is fully absorbed, about 15 minutes. Take the pan off the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 more minutes.
- 2
Spread the quinoa in a thin layer on a platter and refrigerate until fully cooled, at least 15 minutes.
- 3
In a large bowl, mix the jicama, coconut, pineapple, raisins, sweet onion, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper; add the cooled quinoa and toss. Season the salad with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the salad is completely chilled, about 30 minutes.
- Calories 386.03 kcal Moderate
- Protein 7.06 g Moderate
- Carbs 74.57 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.14 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 5.29 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 81.77 mg Low Source
- Fiber 13.68 g Good Source
- Sugar 33.34 g High
- Added Sugar 9.87 g Moderate
- Calcium 65.68 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.74 mg Moderate
- Potassium 489.84 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 13.5 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 40.15 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Quinoa Jicama Salad with Lime is a Mexican side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Onion, Fresh Cilantro, Golden Raisin, and Jalapeño Pepper. Each serving provides about 386.03 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quinoa Jicama Salad with Lime?
- It is a Mexican salad recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Quinoa Jicama Salad with Lime made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Onion, Fresh Cilantro, Golden Raisin, Jalapeño Pepper, Jicama. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quinoa Jicama Salad with Lime?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 386.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quinoa Jicama Salad with Lime easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
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