I have a habit of grabbing unusual ingredients when I see them in the market. Sometimes I come across jicama (pronounced hikama). This unusual little gem of an ingredient looks like a brown turnip. It requires no cooking, and is surprisingly sweet; with a texture similar to an apple.
Living in South Florida, we get a lot of steamy days. Adding fruit to a salad, like in this watermelon feta salad, is one of my favorite ways to cool down. The play of textures and sweet/salty/sour is addicting.
I made this salad from ingredients I had in my fridge at the time, and it was amazing. You’ll love the contrast of the crunchy jicama and the soft, juicy sweetness of the melon. The mint adds a refreshing touch; perfect for a hot summer day. The shades of green make a beautiful presentation, but feel free to substitute your favorite melon.
Ingredients
Method
Prepare jicama by simply peeling or cutting off the outer skin. Cut into small pieces or julienne. Toss into a large bowl with green onion, melon, cucumber and mint.
Whisk together remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Season well with salt and pepper.
Toss salad with dressing. Serve right away or chill in refrigerator for an hour.
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