Barley Free Jicama Sticks with Lime & Sea Salt
Crisp, cool, and bursting with citrus, these jicama sticks are the kind of snack that disappears fast once they hit the table. Jicama's naturally crunchy texture holds up beautifully to the bright lime juice and zest, while a pinch of turmeric and ginger add just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Every ingredient here is straightforwardly grain-free and plant-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden grains sneaking into your snack. The prep is refreshingly simple — peel, slice, toss, and rest — and that five-minute marinating window is all it takes for the spices to really sink in. A scatter of fresh cilantro at the end lifts the whole thing with a herby brightness that ties the flavors together. Serve these alongside grilled proteins, pack them into a lunchbox, or just enjoy them straight from the bowl as a light afternoon bite.
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4 servings
- 1 medium jicama (about 1.5 lb), peeled
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Using a vegetable peeler, remove the tough brown skin from the jicama, then cut away any remaining fibrous layer just beneath the skin until the flesh is fully white and smooth.
- 2
Cut the jicama into 1/2-inch-thick slabs, then cut each slab into sticks roughly 3 inches long and 1/2 inch wide — similar in shape to thick-cut french fries.
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