Summer Strawberry Jicama Delight
Celebrate the flavors of summer with this vibrant Summer Strawberry Jicama Delight. Originally inspired by the cherished 'Best of the Best From Arizona' cookbook, this salad combines tender, fresh spinach and crisp bibb lettuce with luscious sliced strawberries and crunchy jicama to create a refreshing medley of textures and tastes. The addition of toasted pecans provides a nutty depth, while the homemade raspberry vinaigrette brings a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ideal for summer gatherings, barbecues, or as a delightful side for any grilled dish, this salad can also be customized with tropical fruits like papaya, mango, or kiwi for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy this light, nutritious dish that embodies the essence of the season!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
fresh spinach
1 lb (washed and drained)
bibb lettuce
1 head (torn into bite-sized pieces)
fresh strawberries
1 pint (sliced)
chopped pecans
1/4 cup (toasted)
jicama
1 medium (peeled and cut into julienne slices)
raspberry vinegar
1/3 cup (none)
sugar
1/3 cup (none)
poppy seeds
1 tablespoon (none)
finely minced onions
2 teaspoons (or 2 teaspoons green onions, thinly sliced)
canola oil
1/4 cup (none)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summer Strawberry Jicama Delight?
It is a vibrant summer salad featuring fresh spinach, bibb lettuce, sliced strawberries, and crunchy jicama tossed in a homemade raspberry vinaigrette.
What are the main ingredients for this salad?
The main ingredients include fresh spinach, bibb lettuce, strawberries, pecans, and jicama.
How should the spinach be prepared?
The 1 lb of fresh spinach should be washed and drained before assembly.
What type of lettuce is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for one head of bibb lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces.
How are the strawberries prepared?
One pint of fresh strawberries should be sliced.
How should the pecans be prepared?
The 1/4 cup of chopped pecans should be toasted to provide a nutty depth.
How do I prepare the jicama?
The medium-sized jicama should be peeled and cut into julienne slices.
What ingredients are in the raspberry vinaigrette?
The dressing consists of raspberry vinegar, sugar, poppy seeds, minced onions, and canola oil.
Can I use green onions instead of regular onions?
Yes, you can substitute 2 teaspoons of thinly sliced green onions for the minced onions.
What kind of oil is used in the dressing?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of canola oil.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this salad is vegetarian.
What is the inspiration for this recipe?
It was originally inspired by the 'Best of the Best From Arizona' cookbook.
Is this salad suitable for summer barbecues?
Yes, it is ideal for summer gatherings, barbecues, or as a side for grilled dishes.
Can I add tropical fruits to this salad?
Yes, you can customize it with tropical fruits like papaya, mango, or kiwi.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
What provides the crunch in this salad?
The toasted pecans and julienned jicama provide a crunchy texture.
How much raspberry vinegar is needed?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of raspberry vinegar.
How much sugar is in the dressing?
The dressing uses 1/3 cup of sugar.
Are poppy seeds included in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds in the dressing.
What kind of texture does the spinach have?
The salad uses tender, fresh spinach leaves.
Is this a light meal option?
Yes, it is described as a light and nutritious dish.
How would you describe the flavor of the vinaigrette?
The homemade raspberry vinaigrette offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
How much spinach is required?
You will need 1 lb of fresh spinach.
How many strawberries do I need?
The recipe calls for 1 pint of strawberries.
Is the jicama peeled?
Yes, the jicama must be peeled before being cut into julienne slices.
What is the best way to cut the bibb lettuce?
The lettuce should be torn into bite-sized pieces rather than chopped.
What is the role of the toasted pecans?
The pecans add a nutty depth and extra crunch to the salad.
Can this be served as a side dish?
Yes, it is a delightful side for any grilled dish.
Does this salad contain any dairy?
No, based on the ingredients list, this salad is dairy-free.
What is the overall theme of this recipe?
The dish is designed to embody the essence of the summer season through fresh and vibrant flavors.