Citrus Jicama Avocado Salad

Think salads are boring? Think again. If your usual bowl of greens isn’t sparking joy, it’s time to shake things up with this bright, crunchy, flavor-packed Citrus Jicama Avocado Salad with a fresh and flavorful homemade salad dressing.

I wanted a side to go with our carne asada tacos, and I didn’t want to make black beans or Spanish rice like we usually do. So I decided to make a fresh salad with some leftover produce in the fridge. This Citrus Jicama Avocado Salad is refreshing, a little unexpected, and packed with the perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and creamy goodness. Plus, it comes together in minutes—no fussy prep, no weird ingredients, just simple, delicious bites.

And let’s be real: any excuse to eat more avocado is a good one.

I had seen a few similar jicama salads by simply recipes and Jessica Gavin, but didn’t have mango, so I decided to wing it with the produce we had. Pro Tip: We ate it fresh but found it tasted better at the end of the meal, so letting it sit is key!

Let’s dive in!

Ingredients for Jicama Avocado Salad

This is a citrus salad recipe, so you’ll be hitting the produce section hard for this one, and the rest of the ingredients you probably already have at home. Here is what you will need:

For the Salad

• Jicama: slice it thin and then julienne it
• Avocados: sliced thin
• Oranges: I used navel oranges, but blood oranges or cara cara oranges would work great too. Remove the peel with a knife and then slice it into wedges.
• Red Onion: I go back and forth on whether to include this. If you’re an onion lover, then keep it, but if you don’t have one on hand, it’s ok to leave it out.
• Cilantro: give it a good chop
• Feta: adds a nice salty taste and really amps up the flavor of the salad

For the Vinaigrette Dressing

• Orange Juice: freshly squeezed is preferred
• Lime Juice: fresh is best, of course
• Olive Oil: the base for the dressing
• Apple Cider Vinegar: adds some extra tang and zip
• Salt: boosts the flavor
• Cayenne: adds the tiniest bit of heat

The measurements for each ingredient can be found on the recipe card at the end of this post.

How to Make this Jicama Salad

This salad recipe is so simple! It’s just a bunch of chopping and some whisking, and you’re there!

1. Combine: Add all the ingredients for the salad to a large bowl and toss to combine.
2. Whisk: Add all the ingredients for the dressing to a glass measuring cup and whisk until well combined.
3. Toss: Pour the dressing over the top of the salad and toss to coat.
4. Rest: Let the salad rest in the fridge for 15-20 minutes for all the flavors to settle in.

What is Jicama?

Jicama is a bulb-shaped root vegetable native to Mexico and Central America and belongs to the turnip family. Often referred to as a Mexican turnip, it has a thin, papery brown skin that’s typically peeled away to reveal a crisp, starchy white interior. Its flavor is mild and slightly sweet, similar to an apple but less sugary, while its texture is firm and crunchy, much like a raw potato.

How to Julienne Jicama

Peel the entire jicama bulb with a vegetable peeler, then cut it in half. Place one half flat-side down and slice it into 1/4-inch rounds using a sharp knife. Stack a few slices and cut them into 1/4-inch strips to create matchsticks.

How to Pick Ripe Avocados

I cringe whenever I see someone at the grocery store squeezing an avocado like a stress ball. Not only does it bruise the fruit for the next shopper, but it’s also not the best way to tell if it’s ripe. Instead, try this: Place your finger at the top near the stem and your thumb on the bottom. Gently press the top with your finger. If it feels firm but slightly soft, it’s perfectly ripe.

What to Eat with Crunchy Jicama Salad

This fresh avocado jicama salad is a great side dish for any Mexican meal. Here are a few ideas:

• Steak Fajitas
• Honey Lime Chicken Burritos
• Carnitas
• Chicken Enchiladas
• Carne Asada Tacos

Sometimes, the best recipes happen by accident when you use the ingredients you have on hand. That was exactly the case with this citrus jicama avocado salad. It’s bright, fresh, and a beautiful side dish for any Mexican meal.

Other Salad Recipes You’ll Love:

• Your Neighbor’s Tomato Cucumber Salad
• Elote Grilled Mexican Corn Salad
• Greek Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
• Easy Italian Pasta Salad
• Gorgonzola Steak Salad
• Asian Cucumber Salad
• Spinach and Bacon Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing