Mexican Jicama Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Mexican Jicama Salad, a crunchy and colorful medley of fresh vegetables tossed in a zesty lime dressing. This healthy, no-cook recipe features crisp matchstick jicama, cucumber, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, and fragrant cilantro, making it the perfect balance of texture and flavor. The tangy dressing, infused with fresh lime juice, olive oil, and spices like chili powder and cumin, adds a subtle kick that will wake up your taste buds. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for serving cold or room temperature, this salad is an ideal side dish for summer barbecues, taco nights, or light, refreshing lunches. Packed with nutrients and naturally gluten-free, it’s a delicious way to enjoy the bright, bold flavors of classic Mexican cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized (about 1.5 pounds) Jicama
• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cups (loosely packed) Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cups (from about 2-3 limes) Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the jicama using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler, and cut it into thin matchstick-sized strips.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber (optional, depending on your preference) and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons.

Step 3

Peel the carrots and shred them using a box grater or cut them into thin strips using a julienne peeler.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and core of the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips.

Step 5

Chop the cilantro leaves finely and set them aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or chili powder if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1465.7 grams (1465.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	704

Total Fat 30.20g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1364mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 104.10g	38%
Dietary Fiber 43.90g	157%
Total Sugars 31.50g
Protein 10.90g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 231mg	18%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 2476mg	53%

*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: 37.1%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 56.9%