Jicama Orange Salad

This jicama and orange salad, created by celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse, is full of flavor and crunch. Great for entertaining, the salad can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups diced peeled jicama
3 peeled seedless oranges, cut into sections
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup finely chopped red onions
3 tablespoons finely chopped red bell peppers
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and toss until thoroughly blended.

Makes 10 to 12 servings.

Adapted recipe by celebrity chef, Emeril Lagasse.