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Cucumber and Jicama Salad with Spicy Honey Dressing

4 servings

30 minutes

This refreshing salad of cucumbers and jicama with a spicy honey dressing is a true symphony of flavors from Pan-Asian cuisine. Crunchy cucumbers and juicy jicama create a magnificent textural duet, while sweet honey, zesty lime juice, and spicy chili powder add depth to the flavor. This salad is perfect for summer days when you crave something light and aromatic. Its origins can be linked to Asian traditions of using fresh vegetables and balancing sweet and spicy notes in dishes. It pairs wonderfully with seafood and light meat appetizers, and can also serve as an excellent standalone dish that brightens your table with vibrancy and exotic freshness.

Cucumber and Jicama Salad with Spicy Honey Dressing
Energy value per serving
Calories
21.7kcal
Proteins
0.3grams
Fats
0grams
Carbohydrates
5.4grams
Ingredients
4servings
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Cut the cucumber into thin strips and place it in a bowl.

    Required ingredients:
    1. English (hothouse) cucumbers: 1 piece
  • 2

    Clean the jicama and cut it into thin strips. Add it to the cucumber.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Jicama: 1 piece
  • 3

    Add honey, lime juice, salt, and chili. Mix well.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Honey: 1.5 teaspoon
    2. Lime juice: 2 tablespoons
    3. Coarse salt:  to taste
    4. Chili powder blend: 0.3 teaspoon