Breastfeeding Friendly Jicama Sticks with Lime & Sea Salt
Crisp, juicy, and bright with citrus, these jicama sticks are the kind of snack that feels indulgent without any of the guilt. Jicama is naturally high in fiber and water content, making it a wonderfully hydrating option when your body is working hard to produce milk. The fresh lime juice and zest bring a punchy, refreshing tang, while a pinch of turmeric and ginger add gentle warmth and a subtle anti-inflammatory boost. Sea salt ties everything together and helps replace minerals lost throughout a demanding day of nursing. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no heat required — just peel, slice, toss, and rest for five minutes while the flavors soak in. A scatter of fresh cilantro at the end adds a pop of color and herby brightness if you're feeling it. It's the kind of effortless, nourishing snack you'll find yourself making on repeat.
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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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