How to Make Jicama Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Jicama, also known as the Mexican yam or Mexican turnip, is a root vegetable that is native to Mexico and Central America. It has a crunchy texture and a slightly sweet, nutty flavor, making it an excellent addition to salads. Jicama is a versatile ingredient and can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. In this recipe, we will be making a refreshing and delicious jicama salad that is perfect for the summer months.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups diced jicama
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • ½ cup minced onion
  • ⅓ cup lime juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey, or to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 dashes hot sauce, or to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine jicama, corn, beans, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl.
  • Combine lime juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, salt, cumin, pepper, and hot sauce in a small bowl; whisk until thoroughly combined, about 1 minute. Taste and add additional honey, salt, or hot sauce if needed.
  • Pour dressing over salad mixture and stir gently to combine. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
  • Nutrition

    202 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 531mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 460mg