Jicama and Apple Slaw

This was my first-time encountering jicama.  Jicama has a light flavor and texture similar to apples.  This salad/slaw is a lightly sweet side dish that tastes great with many main dishes.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

1 large jicama peeled and sliced into matchsticks

1 large carrot peeled and cut into matchsticks

1 honey crisp apple cut into matchsticks

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh parsley

2 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

Optional: ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds

Directions:

1. Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, honey, salt, and crushed red pepper. 
2. Add the jicama, apples, and carrots to a large bowl.
3. Add the dressing and mix to combine.  Let the dressing soak at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.