Name: Jícama, Carrot, and Peanut Salad
Yield: Serves 2
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste; 1 1/2 cups julienne strips of jícama or firm pear; 1 1/2 cups julienne strips of carrot; 1/4 cup chopped salted roasted peanuts; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion greens; 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

Yield
Serves 2

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste

1 1/2 cups julienne strips of jícama or firm pear

1 1/2 cups julienne strips of carrot

1/4 cup chopped salted roasted peanuts

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion greens

1/8 teaspoon ground cumin

Preparation

In a small heavy skillet dry-roast red pepper flakes over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer pepper flakes to a bowl and toss together with remaining ingredients and salt to taste.

TagsSalad Jicama Root Vegetable Vegetable Carrot Peanut Nut Lime Citrus Fruit Side Starter Dinner Dairy Free Gluten Free Vegan Vegetarian 30 Minutes or Less Easy Gourmet

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