Watercress, Jicama, Orange and Grapefruit Salad

Name: Watercress, Jicama, Orange and Grapefruit Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch watercress, rinsed well; 12 small jicama, peeled, cut into thin matchstick pieces; 2 oranges, peeled, sectioned; 1 red grapefruit, peeled, sectioned; 1 red bell pepper, roasted over an open flame, peeled, seeded, sliced into ribbons; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 -2 small shallot, finely minced; 1 fresh garlic clove, finely minced; sea salt; crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons honey; 12 fresh lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

1 bunch watercress, rinsed well
12 small jicama, peeled, cut into thin matchstick pieces
2 oranges, peeled, sectioned
1 red grapefruit, peeled, sectioned
1 red bell pepper, roasted over an open flame, peeled, seeded, sliced into ribbons
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 -2 small shallot, finely minced
1 fresh garlic clove, finely minced
sea salt
crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons honey
12 fresh lemon, juice of

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Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
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(To prepare the fruit, slice off the tops and bottoms, revealing the flesh.
3
Set the fruit on a cutting board and slice the skin and pith away, revealing the flesh of the orange and grapefruit.
4
Release the fruit from the membranes into sections.
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Prepare the dressing by.
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combining all ingredients, except lemon juice in a sauce pan.
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Place over low heat and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes to develop flavors.
9
Remove dressing from heat and stir in lemon juice.
10
Just before serving, toss salad with enough dressing to coat.
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Serve immediately.

470

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch watercress, rinsed well, 12 small jicama, peeled, cut into thin matchstick pieces, 2 oranges, peeled, sectioned, 1 red grapefruit, peeled, sectioned, and more.

Yes, Watercress, Jicama, Orange and Grapefruit Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!