Jicama Apple Salad

Bright, crisp, and irresistibly refreshing, this Jicama Apple Salad is the perfect blend of crunch and zest. Bursting with vibrant flavors, it combines the natural sweetness of apples with the mild earthiness of jicama, a juicy crunch of cucumber, and the subtle spice of red bell pepper. Tossed in a tangy lime-honey dressing and finished with a touch of fresh cilantro, this no-cook recipe is ideal for a quick side dish or light lunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful and healthy salad is gluten-free, vegetarian, and packed with hydrating ingredients, making it a summertime favorite. Serve it chilled for an even more invigorating bite! Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a fresh addition to your weeknight meals, this Jicama Apple Salad is one you'll crave again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium (about 1 pound) Jicama
• 2 medium (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Apple
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 2 large (for juice) Lime
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchstick-sized strips.

Step 2

Core the apples and slice them into thin matchstick-sized strips. If desired, leave the skin on for extra color and texture.

Step 3

Peel and seed the cucumber, then cut it into matchstick-sized strips.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and membranes from the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the jicama, apples, cucumber, red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the limes, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the lime dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Garnish with additional cilantro before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1357.2 grams (1357.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	829

Total Fat 30.00g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1215mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 142.80g	52%
Dietary Fiber 38.20g	136%
Total Sugars 79.70g
Protein 7.80g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174mg	13%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1824mg	39%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 65.5%