How to Make Singkamas (Jicama) Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Singkamas, also known as Jicama, is a root vegetable commonly found in South and Central America, as well as in parts of Asia. It has a sweet and crunchy texture, making it a versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed in both savory and sweet dishes. One popular way to enjoy singkamas is in the form of a salad, which combines the crispness of the vegetable with a tangy and refreshing dressing.

This singkamas salad recipe is a perfect dish to serve during the warmer months, with its ligh...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into long thin strips
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into long thin strips
  • 1 small red onion, sliced into thin lengthwise slivers
  • 2 green chile peppers, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into strips
  • 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger root, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
  • 1 cup water
  • ⅔ cup vinegar
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Combine jicama, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, green chile peppers, ginger, and carrot in a large bowl. Whisk water, vinegar, sugar, and salt together in a separate bowl; pour over vegetable mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Nutrition

    113 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 244mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 72mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 292mg