Citrus-Jicama Avocado Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

A refreshing blend of crisp jicama, creamy avocado, and bright citrus, perfect for a light lunch or side dish. This general-inspired salads (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 15 minutes pairs medium (12 oz) jicama, large avocado, medium orange into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 medium (12 oz) jicama
• 1 large avocado
• 1 medium orange
• 1 lime
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 2 tbsp cilantro
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, the zest and juice of 1 lime, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and julienned jicama, 1 large diced avocado, 1 cup orange segments, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro to the bowl.
3. Step 3: Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing, being careful not to mash the avocado.