Get ready for summer with these light and crunchy jicama recipes.
If you are not familiar with jicama, it is a tuber that has a brown skin and a white interior.
I like to describe it as a cross between a potato and an apple.
Jicama comes from Mexico, so it is usually presented with Mexican flavors or preparation styles
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It is usually eaten raw due to its crunchy and refreshing texture. It often adds a good contrast with other flavors and textures.
I’ve compiled a list of 20 jicama recipes to help you explore the flavors and textures of this wonderful vegetable
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From salads to chips, I guarantee you can find one way or another to love jicama
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1. Jicama Salad
This jicama salad is a great side dish that is easy to make. It is a fresh and colorful dish.
Vegetables and fruits are crunchy and refreshing. Then, everything is mixed with a cilantro and lime dressing that is sour and sweet.
Arabic numeral. Baked jicama fries with olive oil and paprika
I love this potato chip alternative. They are simply seasoned and are really simple to make.
These jicama fries are salty and crispy. The secret is actually all about heating them in the microwave before baking.
These are great snacks that are tasty and healthy!
3. Jicama Pico de Gallo
This is not your ordinary tomato beak. This pico de gallo can be put in tacos or even eaten as a salad on its own.
Oranges have a pleasant citrus flavor and cilantro and lime complete the flavors. This is a good option to have on hand in the summer months.
4.
Cucumber and avocado jicama salad
This is a refreshing and satisfying salad made with a unique combination of ingredients
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Jicama, avocados and cucumbers are combined with lemon juice and mixed with fresh herbs
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It’s a simple salad that’s packed with healthy fats and lots of flavor!
5. Fresh jicama tortillas
Looking for a low-carb tortilla exchange? You have to try this recipe
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With just four ingredients, you can have keto and paleo friendly tortillas in just 7 minutes! These tortillas also have
a bit of sweetness and crunchiness of
jicama.
The flavors work very well with the flavors of Mexican food.
6. Vegan Baked Chipotle Jicama Fries with Creamy Cilantro and Lime Sauce
I think these baked jicama fries are really simple to make. They are made with low-carb, whole, healthy ingredients.
These have a spicy chipotle seasoning that gives them a good kick. The cilantro lime sauce is dairy-free, but it’s still so creamy!
I love these healthy fries as a side dish to burgers or tacos
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7. Black Bean Jicama Tacos with Chipotle Cream
This recipe has a very good jicama tortilla alternative. Black beans are a tasty meatless taco filling that are really tasty.
You can add any ingredient you want to these tacos. I like to add cilantro, onion and salsa to mine.
I love that the tortilla is light and refreshing. They are perfect for a healthy lunch.
8. Jicama
and strawberry salad
This jicama and strawberry salad is really light and refreshing. This salad tastes great with any meal.
It can be a wonderful side dish or you can add protein to it for a tasty lunch
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Sweet and juicy strawberries are a lovely addition to crispy jicama. This salad is delicious and beautiful!
9. Mango Jicama Salad
This recipe is a Trader Joe hoax that I love! This imitation recipe is just as delicious, but you can make it fresh at home.
Mango dressing is sweet and spicy. It is a great contrast to the sweetness of jicama.
Another advantage of making this salad at home is that all the ingredients are fresh. This is one of my new favorite summer salads.
10. Citrus kale salad with avocado and jicama
This salad is very quick to make and is also packed with nutrients. It has a variety of textures that are simply wonderful in a salad.
The jicama is cut into very thin strips that add just the right amount of crunch, and the citrus fruits are juicy and sweet
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This is a great salad to make in a large batch for a summer BBQ
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11. Jicama Salad with Oranges and Watercress
This jicama salad is crunchy and colorful. It’s a great addition to any Christmas meal. He is also vegan.
Orange fruit, green leafy vegetables and white jicama are a beautiful combination.
The dressing is simple but tastes great with these particular ingredients.
12. Citrus Herb Jicama Chips
These fries are a fantastic alternative to potato chips. They are crispy and perfectly seasoned.
Thin slices of jicama are fried in a pan and then mixed with herbs and citrus zest. I definitely recommend trying this recipe.
13. Colorful jicama noodle salad with creamy tahini and ginger dressing
This is another colorful vegan salad. This uses spiral jicama and a creamy dressing.
It’s full of tasty ingredients like tahini, ginger, coriander, peppers, and scallions
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This is a packed salad that’s perfect for a light but hearty lunch
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. Black Bean Salad with Jicama Black beans and
jicama are the perfect salad full of protein and low in carbohydrates
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It is a delicious salad that can be served as a side dish or as a light meal
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Beans, jicama and tomatoes are the main components and are mixed with sour lime and mild olive oil
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15. Mango and Avocado Salad
I love that this salad is fruity, sweet and spicy at the same time
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It’s a great side dish with Mexican food and would also taste great in some fish tacos
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It also has a very nice crunch which is the perfect texture contrast
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16. Chili and lime-infused jicama sticks
These jicama sticks are a delicious and easy snack. They are marinated with sour citrus and vinegar mixed with hot chili powder, salt and pepper.
These crispy jicama sticks are tasty and super addictive
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17. Jicama Fries in
the
air fryer Air fryer jicama fries are an amazing snack or side dish. They are tasty and crunchy while remaining healthy and tasty.
Plus, you only need four ingredients and an air fryer! Just be sure to boil these sticks first so they can be nice and crispy!
18. Thai jicama and red onion salad Jicama
and
onion are nice and crunchy, but they have two completely different flavors
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Onions have a strong spicy taste, while jicama is sweet and mild
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They balance perfectly in this salad. Once you add the dressing, you have an easy and fantastic salad.
19. Tomato jicama salad with mango and jalapeños
This
fresh and easy tomato jicama salad is a light and refreshing dish
. This
brightly colored salad is quick and easy to make and full of fresh flavor. This is
a crispy seasonal salad that I wish I could enjoy all year round
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20. Watermelon salad with Cotija, jicama and lime
The key to this salad is the perfect watermelon. If you can find that, this salad is incredibly good.
The crispy and
sweet mint is delicious with salted cotija cheese
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The jicama mixes and provides even more crunch and the cilantro adds even more flavor
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This is an amazing salad for barbecues or parties. Your guests will love it.
