Eggless Jicama Sticks with Lime & Sea Salt
Jicama is one of those vegetables that deserves way more attention than it gets, and this simple preparation is a perfect introduction. The sticks are crisp, refreshing, and coated in a bright mix of fresh lime juice, zest, sea salt, turmeric, and ginger that makes every bite pop with flavor. A short rest lets the citrus and spices soak into the surface, so you get seasoning all the way through rather than just on the outside. It's naturally plant-based and completely free of animal products, which means no swapping or substituting needed — the recipe just works as written. The optional cilantro adds a fresh, herby finish that ties everything together beautifully. Serve these as a snack, a light side, or a crunchy addition to a spread, and don't be surprised when they disappear fast.
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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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