Macadamia Free Jicama Sticks with Lime & Sea Salt
Jicama is one of those vegetables that deserves way more attention than it gets — crisp, mildly sweet, and satisfying in a way that feels almost addictive once you try it. Cut into thick sticks and tossed with fresh lime juice, zest, sea salt, turmeric, and a hint of ginger, this snack hits that perfect balance of bright, tangy, and savory. The short rest time lets the citrus and spices soak into the surface, so every bite carries real flavor rather than just a surface coating. A scatter of torn cilantro at the end adds a fresh, herby lift that ties the whole thing together beautifully. Because the ingredient list is completely straightforward — fresh produce and pantry spices — there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden nuts lurking in a sauce or seasoning blend. It comes together with minimal prep and zero cooking, making it an ideal snack, appetizer, or crunchy side that feels a little unexpected and a lot impressive.
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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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