Kicked Up Jicama Slaw
Bright, zesty, and full of fresh crunch, Kicked Up Jicama Slaw is the ultimate side dish to elevate your next meal. This vibrant recipe combines the crisp sweetness of matchstick-cut jicama, the earthy crunch of red cabbage, and the bright hues of grated carrot and red bell pepper for a visually stunning dish. Tossed in a tangy lime and honey dressing infused with cumin and chili powder, this slaw boasts a bold, smoky kick that will wake up your taste buds. Fresh cilantro adds a fragrant herbal note, making each bite refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or as a light salad, this no-cook, healthy recipe is a must-try for lovers of Tex-Mex-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Jicama
- 1 large Carrot
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Red cabbage
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchstick-sized pieces. Place in a large bowl.
Peel and grate the carrot, then add it to the bowl with the jicama.
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add to the bowl.
Finely shred the red cabbage until you have 1 cup and add it to the other vegetables.
Roughly chop the cilantro and mix it into the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the jicama mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Give the slaw a final toss before serving. Adjust salt and lime juice to taste if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1289 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1188 mg | 25% | |
*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.
