How to Make Quick Jicama Slaw - A Step-by-Step Guide

Jicama is a delicious and versatile root vegetable that is often overlooked in the kitchen. With its crunchy texture and slightly sweet flavor, jicama can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to stir-fries. One of the easiest and most refreshing ways to enjoy jicama is by making a quick jicama slaw.

This quick jicama slaw recipe is perfect for when you need a side dish that comes together in minutes and pairs well with almost any main course. Whether you're grilling up some chi...

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Ingredients

  • ½ small head red cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
  • 2 sweet apples, cut into matchsticks
  • 1 small jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 1 cup matchstick-cut carrots
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ¼ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Toss red cabbage, apples, jicama, carrots, and red onion together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, cilantro, sugar, salt, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper together in a small bowl until dressing is smooth. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss to combine. Let slaw sit until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    151 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 170mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 280mg