jicama and pineapple salad in a cilantro vinaigrette

Jicama and Pineapple Salad in a Cilantro Vinaigrette

Sweet and tangy work well together in this palate-pleasing salad.

Ingredient

    • 2 serrano peppers, seeded and minced

    • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

    • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

    • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, minced

    • ½ teaspoon salt

    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    • ¼ cup olive oil

    • ½ fresh pineapple - peeled, cored, and cut into chunks

    • 1 jicama, peeled and julienned

    • 3 cups mixed baby greens

    • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced

Instructions

    1. Whisk together the serrano pepper, lime juice, rice vinegar, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continually whisking. Add the pineapple and jicama; toss to coat. Allow to sit 30 minutes to 1 hour.

    2. Place the spring mix in a large salad bowl; scatter the avocado over the lettuce; top with the marinated pineapple and jicama, drizzling the remaining vinaigrette over the salad. Serve NOW!