Jicama, Zucchini and Red Pepper Salad

 

3

tablespoons red wine vinegar

3

tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

1

teaspoon sugar

1/2

teaspoon ground cumin

1 1/2

teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1/4

teaspoon salt

1

clove garlic, crushed

1

medium zucchini, cut into 1 1/2x1/4x1/4-inch strips

1

medium red bell pepper, cut into 1 1/2x1/4-inch strips

1/2

small jicama, peeled, cut into 1 1/2x1/4x1/4-inch strips

4

lettuce leaves

• 1 In small jar with tight-fitting lid, shake dressing ingredients.
• 2 In large bowl, mix zucchini, bell pepper and jicama. Pour dressing over mixture; stir gently.
• 3 Arrange lettuce on 4 individual salad plates or large serving platter. Spoon salad mixture over lettuce.