Mexican Watermelon Jicama Appetizer
Brighten up your appetizer game with this Mexican Watermelon Jicama Appetizer, a refreshing fusion of juicy watermelon and crisp jicama tossed in zesty lime juice and seasoned with bold tajín. Perfectly balanced with a touch of cilantro and an optional kick of chili powder, this no-cook recipe is as easy to prepare as it is colorful. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these bite-sized, toothpick-friendly delights are ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as an unexpected addition to your appetizer spread. Whether served freshly tossed or lightly chilled, this vibrant dish is a celebration of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon
- 2 cups jicama
- 2 whole lime
- 2 teaspoons tajín seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons chili powder (optional)
- 20 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Peel and cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces, aiming for uniform 1-inch cubes. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Peel the jicama and cut it into cubes similar in size to the watermelon. Add the jicama cubes to the bowl with the watermelon.
Zest one lime and set aside the zest. Juice both limes, ensuring you remove any seeds, and drizzle the juice over the watermelon and jicama.
Sprinkle the tajín seasoning, lime zest, salt, and optional chili powder over the fruit and toss gently to coat evenly.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the mixture, tossing again lightly to combine.
Arrange the watermelon and jicama cubes on a serving platter, threading one piece of watermelon and one piece of jicama onto each toothpick for easy serving.
Serve immediately as a vibrant and refreshing appetizer, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for an extra chilled experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
327 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3078 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*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.
