Pear and Jicama Salad

Name: Pear and Jicama Salad
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 large pears, peeled, cored and cut in julienne; 1 medium jicama (about 1 pound), peeled and julienned; 3 bunches watercress, washed and stems removed; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 4 tablespoons walnut oil; 1 tablespoon snipped chives; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped

Recipe from Allen Susser

Adapted by Marian Burros

Updated July 11, 2023

Total Time: 25 minutes
Rating: 4(30)
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Ingredients

Yield:8 servings

3large pears, peeled, cored and cut in julienne
1medium jicama (about 1 pound), peeled and julienned
3bunches watercress, washed and stems removed
2tablespoons cider vinegar
4tablespoons walnut oil
1tablespoon snipped chives
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1cup toasted walnuts, chopped

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Preparation

Step 1
In a large bowl, toss together the pears, jicama and half of the watercress. In a small bowl, whisk together the cider vinegar, walnut oil, chives, salt and pepper. Pour half of the vinaigrette over the pear mixture and toss to coat well.
Step 2
Divide the remaining watercress among 8 salad plates. Place equal portions of the pear mixture over the watercress. Sprinkle each salad with some of the walnuts. Serve, passing remaining vinaigrette on the side.