Jicama Texicana
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly crunchy, Jicama Texicana is a flavor-packed salad that brings bold Tex-Mex flair to your table in just 15 minutes! This refreshing dish features crisp matchstick-cut jicama tossed in a tangy lime and olive oil dressing spiced with chili powder and cumin, delivering a perfectly balanced kick. Enhanced with vibrant red bell peppers, fresh cilantro, scallions, and jalapeño for a bit of heat, this salad is a delightful medley of colors and textures. Optional crumbled Cotija cheese adds a creamy, salty flair to complement the lively flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a light appetizer, Jicama Texicana is both healthy and packed with south-of-the-border charm. Serve it fresh or chilled for a versatile dish that’s sure to impress at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized Jicama
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 small, diced Red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Cilantro
- 2 thinly sliced Scallions (green onions)
- 1 small, finely chopped Jalapeño
- 2 tablespoons, crumbled Cotija cheese (optional)
Instructions
Peel the jicama and slice it into thin matchstick pieces, about 2 inches long. Place the jicama in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the jicama and toss to coat evenly.
Add the diced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, sliced scallions, and chopped jalapeño to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
If desired, sprinkle the salad with crumbled Cotija cheese for an added layer of flavor.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.5 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1449 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*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.
