Cooked Jicama Recipe
120kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large jicama (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Equipment
- baking sheet
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the jicama cubes with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned jicama in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and transfer the jicama to a serving bowl. Drizzle with lime juice and toss gently.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve warm. For extra flavor, let it sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition
Calories120kcalCarbohydrates15gProtein1gFat7gSaturated Fat1gSodium150mgPotassium200mgFiber6gSugar3gVitamin A2IUVitamin C20mgCalcium2mgIron1mg
Notes
For extra crunch, broil the jicama 2–3 minutes at the end (watch closely!). Keep leftovers in an airtight container—they're delicious cold in a grain salad the next day.