Vegetarian Jicama Sticks with Lime & Sea Salt
Crunchy, bright, and refreshingly light, these jicama sticks are the kind of snack that disappears fast once they hit the table. Jicama has a satisfying snap similar to a crisp apple, and when tossed with fresh lime juice, zest, and a pinch of sea salt, it transforms into something genuinely craveable. A touch of turmeric and ginger adds warmth and a subtle golden hue that makes the whole bowl look as good as it tastes. Everything here is completely plant-based and naturally free of any animal products, so there's zero guesswork about whether this fits your plate. The prep is straightforward — peel, slice, toss, and rest for five minutes while the citrus and spices soak into the surface. Torn cilantro scattered over the top at the end adds a fresh, herby finish that ties it all together beautifully. Serve it as a starter, a poolside snack, or a palate-cleansing side alongside something spicy — it works every time.
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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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