Snacks & Sides

Sarita’s Mexican‑ish Salad (Bright Cilantro–Citrus Crunch)

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4-6
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Last updated on
February 26, 2026

This salad isn’t particularly traditional. It’s Mexican‑adjacent, kind of like San Diego. Even so, it delivers bright, crunchy, citrusy flavor in a way that feels instantly familiar. It’s built entirely from ingredients you can find almost anywhere: cilantro, oranges, radishes, jicama, onion, and a little avocado for richness. Everything gets tossed in a simple lime‑orange dressing and finished with a generous shake of Tajín. It’s refreshing, colorful, and the kind of salad people don’t expect to love but always do.

Notes & Tips
  • Cilantro: If your bunches are small, use two.
  • Oranges: Supreming looks fancy, but rustic slices work just as well.
  • Avocado: Optional, but adds creaminess and makes the salad feel more substantial.
  • Tajín: The finishing touch. It adds acidity, salt, and gentle heat in one shake.
  • Serving ideas: Great with grilled meats, tacos, or as a bright side for heavier dishes.
  • Make‑ahead: Prep everything except the avocado and dressing. Toss right before serving.

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Snacks & Sides
Sarita’s Mexican‑ish Salad (Bright Cilantro–Citrus Crunch)
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4-6
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20 prep
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Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
  • 1 big or 2 small bunches cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 navel oranges, supremed or sliced rustic‑style
  • 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 small–medium jicama, cut into small sticks
  • ¼ purple onion, thinly sliced
  • 1–2 avocados, optional for extra body
  • Tajin, to taste
Dressing Ingredients
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Any orange juice leftover from cutting the oranges
  • Honey, to taste
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • Salt
Directions
  1. Prep the produce:  Chop everything up and give everything a gentle mix in your bowl.
  2. Make the dressing:  Add the lime juice, leftover orange juice, honey, olive oil, and salt to a jar. Shake until emulsified.
  3. Dress the salad: Right before serving, pour the dressing over the platter and toss gently so everything gets coated without turning the avocado to mush.
  4. Finish with Tajín: Sprinkle generously with Tajín. Don’t be shy, it ties everything together!
  5. Serve immediately: This salad is best when the citrus is juicy, the jicama is crisp, and the cilantro still looks alive.

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