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I keep hearing that summer is over.
I'm not sure where this person lives...certainly not Southern California because it's still 100 degrees here everyday. In my book that is summer still going strong!
I wonder why people want to rush into the next season? All the stores have fall clothes and Halloween items already and I'm still in my bathing suit. Even people pinning to Pinterest have joined the fall band wagon. All the pins are of PUMPKIN already and it's not even Labor Day!
Well I'm going to slow things down a bit and bring you a summer dish that would be perfect to serve at your upcoming Labor Day bash. Jicama Radish Slaw is a wonderful side dish that it easy to take along to a party, or quick enough to throw together for a backyard cookout.
The prep is easy, and will serve a medium crowd of about 8, but you can double this recipe if you plan on having a lot of people to feed. Oh, and the flavors...a little pop of Asian flair will hit you when you take that first bite into a slaw that's crunchy from the jicama and carrots, and brings a little heat and earthiness from the radishes. This light and fresh side dish will be the perfect compliment to hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, or even kabobs. It really goes well with anything.
Summer is still calling, so enjoy this salad and savor the last days.
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Jicama Radish Slaw
serves 8
1/4 cup snipped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 of a medium jicama, peeled and cut into thin matchstick size pieces (about 3 cups)
3/4 cup radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/2 cup julienne or packaged coarsely shredded fresh carrots
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Lime wedges (optional)
In a large bowl whisk together cilantro, vinegar, oil, salt, and crushed red pepper. Add jicama, radishes, carrots, and green onions. Toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to 2 hours. If desired, garnish with lime wedges.
source: Diabetic Living Guilt Free Potluck Favorites, slightly adapted
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