RECIPES
Jicama, Strawberry and Papaya Salad
Mel Mecinas
Special for The Republic
Jicama, Strawberry and Papaya Salad
1 Mexican papaya
1 jicama
3 hothouse cucumbers
1 red onion
1 cup strawberries
1 cup baby arugula
Freshly ground white pepper and kosher salt
1/4 cup lime-flavored olive oil
Peel, seed and cut papaya into 1-inch cubes. Peel the jicama and cucumbers and cut both into 1-inch cubes. Dice the onion and cut the strawberries lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetables and fruit. Season with salt and pepper, then toss with oil. Chill or serve at room temperature.