Friday, August 24, 2012

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Radish and Jicama Salad - 6g Carbs, 0g Fiber

 

Radish and Jicama Salad - 6g Carbs, 0g Fiber

From: The South Beach Diet
If you're heading to a barbecue this coming weekend, why not take
along a healthy, South Beach Diet-friendly side dish? This delicious
salad complements many grilled foods including chicken, beef, pork,
salmon, and shellfish.

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 0 min
Total Time: 20 min
Servings: 10

3/4 lb radishes thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
1 lb jicama julienned (about 4 cups)
1 bunch scallions (green onions) thinly sliced
3 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 medium lime, juiced (use 1 Tbsp)
1 medium lemon juiced (use 2 tsp)
1/4 tsp salt
3 Tbsp cilantro, fresh chopped

MAKE-AHEAD: Salad can be prepared (except for cilantro) up to 6 hours
in advance; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Add cilantro
just before serving.

Combine radishes, jicama, and scallions in a large serving bowl. Whisk
oil, lime and lemon juices, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour
dressing over vegetables and toss. Add cilantro and toss again. Serve
at room temperature.

Servings: 10
Each serving is 3/4 cup
Nutrition per Serving:
60 Calories, 4.5g Total Fat, 0.5g Saturated Fat, 70mg Sodium, 6g Carbs,
0g Dietary Fiber, 1g Protein

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