Caffeine Free Jicama Sticks with Lime & Sea Salt
Crisp, cool, and bursting with citrusy brightness, these jicama sticks are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Jicama has a satisfying crunch that holds up beautifully to bold flavors, and the combination of fresh lime juice, lime zest, and sea salt brings out its natural sweetness without overpowering it. A pinch of turmeric and ground ginger add just enough warmth and depth to make every bite feel a little more interesting than your average veggie snack. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with a quick toss and a short rest — no cooking required, just good ingredients doing their thing. Every component here is naturally free of stimulants, so this is a genuinely easy choice when you're keeping caffeine and other energizing compounds out of your day. Torn cilantro scattered over the top adds a fresh, herby finish that ties it all together, though it's completely optional if you're not a fan. Serve these alongside a sandwich, bring them to a picnic, or just keep a bowl in the fridge for whenever a craving hits.
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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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