This refreshing and healthy spiralized cucumber and jicama tostada salad is a perfect dish for a light and nutritious meal. The crisp cucumber and jicama noodles are paired with a creamy avocado dressing, creating a flavorful and satisfying combination. It can be served as a side dish or a main course, making it a versatile recipe. Enjoy the refreshing taste and crunchiness of this delicious salad.
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 medium jicama
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 4 tostada shells
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
Directions
- Using a spiralizer, spiralize the cucumber and jicama into long, thin noodles.
- In a blender, combine the ripe avocado, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, black pepper, chili powder, and cumin powder. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- In a large bowl, toss the cucumber and jicama noodles with the creamy avocado dressing until well coated.
- To assemble the tostada salad, place a tostada shell on a serving plate.
- Top the tostada shell with a layer of shredded lettuce.
- Spoon the cucumber and jicama noodles over the lettuce.
- Sprinkle diced tomatoes, sliced red onions, crumbled queso fresco, and sliced black olives on top of the noodles.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining tostada shells and ingredients.
- Serve the spiralized cucumber and jicama tostada salad immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Spiralizing vegetables is a great way to add variety and creativity to your dishes.
Jicama is a root vegetable that is low in calories and high in fiber.
Avocado is a nutritious fruit that is packed with healthy fats and vitamins.