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Jícama, Carrot, and Peanut Salad

3.4

(4)

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 1/2 cups julienne strips of jícama or firm pear
1 1/2 cups julienne strips of carrot
1/4 cup chopped salted roasted peanuts
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion greens
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin

Preparation

  1. In a small heavy skillet dry-roast red pepper flakes over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer pepper flakes to a bowl and toss together with remaining ingredients and salt to taste.

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