Jicama Coleslaw
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Jicama Coleslaw, a crisp and colorful medley of shredded jicama, red cabbage, carrots, and sweet red bell pepper. Tossed with a zesty lime-cumin dressing and fresh cilantro, this coleslaw is packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for summer barbecues, taco nights, or picnic lunches. This healthy coleslaw delivers a delightful crunch and a naturally sweet, tangy finish, making it a versatile and nutritious addition to any meal. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 1 pound) Jicama
- 1 cup (shredded) Red cabbage
- 1 large (shredded) Carrot
- 1 medium (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Cilantro leaves
- 2 (thinly sliced) Green onions
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the jicama and slice it into thin matchstick-sized pieces or shred it using a box grater. Place the jicama in a large mixing bowl.
Add the shredded red cabbage, shredded carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro leaves, and sliced green onions to the bowl with the jicama.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together until well coated and evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Add more lime juice or salt to suit your preference.
Let the coleslaw sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, or refrigerate it until ready to serve.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your refreshing jicama coleslaw as a side dish or topping for tacos, sandwiches, or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1338 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.3 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2220 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
