Jicama Salad with Cucumber and Lime
Bright, crisp, and irresistibly refreshing, this Jicama Salad with Cucumber and Lime is a vibrant side dish brimming with bold flavors and crunchy textures. Featuring matchstick-cut jicama and juicy cucumber slices, this salad gets a zesty kick from fresh lime juice, a sprinkle of red chili powder, and aromatic cilantro. A light drizzle of olive oil ties everything together, making it the perfect healthy and low-calorie addition to your meal. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this salad is ideal for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a cooling complement to spicy dishes. Gluten-free, vegan, and bursting with tangy, citrusy goodness, it’s sure to become your go-to recipe for a quick, refreshing treat.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 1 pound) jicama
- 1 large English cucumber
- 2 medium lime
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchstick-sized strips (about 2 inches long). Place the jicama strips in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Slice the English cucumber in half lengthwise, then slice into thin half-moon shapes. Add the cucumber to the bowl with the jicama.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh cilantro leaves and add them to the bowl.
Step 4
Zest one lime and juice both limes. Add the lime zest and lime juice to the bowl along with the olive oil.
Step 5
Sprinkle in the red chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the salad gently until the ingredients are evenly combined and coated in the lime dressing.
Step 6
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or chili powder to your liking.
Step 7
Refrigerate the salad for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1026.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 400.0 |
| Total Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1234.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.5g | |
| Protein 7.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 204.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1543.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories