It wasn’t until taking the 21 Day Sugar Detox, I tried jicama or considered jicama fries. Jicama {pronounced hee-cama} is a root vegetable originating from Mexico, part of the legume family and grows on vines. Oddly enough it’s low in calories, high in important nutrients and the carb content is lower than most of the jicama’s counterparts.
One cup has only 11 grams of carbs and 2 grams of sugar making it an optimal veggie for a low carb, paleo diet.
source via
Jicama fries pair well guacamole, making a great alternative to chips or addition to a crudité platter at your next fiesta inspired party.
After removing the outer skin using a peeler, the jicama looks like a big potato. Also reminds me of a turnip.
Cut the jicama into French-fry sized sticks then mix in a bowl lime juice, sea salt and chili powder. It really is that simple.
It wasn’t until I started playing around using jicama that I realized how versatile it really is. The jicama absorbs well with lime juice, chili powder and salt.
The benefits of jicama are so interesting.
The end result is a crunchy, healthy, low-carb snack. Tired of carrots and celery? Bring on the jicama fries!
- 1 jicama
- 1 lime halved
- ½ - 1 tsp chili powder
- sea saltto taste
- Peel jicama with vegetable peeler.
- Slice into French fry-sized sticks {1/4-1/2 inch thick}
- Place jicama in a serving bowl, squeeze the lime halves over the top.
- Sprinkle the chili powder and salt on top and toss to coat the jicama.
- Serve immediately as the jicama will become soggy if left too long.
Get more Cinco de Mayo recipes!
If this post was helpful would love for you to share on Pinterest! You can also follow me on here!
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click and purchase any of the recommended products I will receive a small commission that goes towards running So Chic Life.
