Broccoli Jicama Salad

Portion Size: 1/2 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 cups broccoli floweretsWash and cut into small same-size pieces 
1 medium-sized jicama (2 cups)Wash and cut into thin strips about 1/4 inch wide (2 cups diced jicama)
1 red bell pepperWash, trimmed  and cut into thin slices
1 tablespoon black or white sesame seedsPreferably toasted
Dressing Ingredients:
2 tablespoon lite soy sauce
3 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce(optional)
1 clove garlicWashed, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 
2 teaspoon sesame oil (or oil)
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoon peanut oil (or oil)

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a small bowl or glass measuring cup combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and honey.  
2Whisk in the peanut oil and let dressing sit while you prepare the vegetables.
3Cut broccoli into small same-size flowerets.
4Peel jicama and cut into slices about 1/4 inch thick, then cut each slice into strips about as long as the broccoli pieces. 
5Cut red bell pepper into thin slivers.
6Put the broccoli flowerets, jicama strips, and red bell pepper slivers into a medium-sized bowl and toss with the dressing. Chill until ready to serve. 
7Toss salad with sesame seeds and serve.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates