Best 3 Jicama Appetizer Recipes

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**Jicama Appetizers: A Culinary Journey of Refreshing and Unique Flavors**

Embark on a culinary adventure with our enticing selection of jicama appetizer recipes. These delectable treats are not only visually appealing but also pack a punch of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic salads and slaws to innovative tacos and spring rolls, our jicama appetizer collection offers a diverse range of options to suit every palate. Prepare to impress your guests with these refreshing and unique creations that showcase the versatility of this extraordinary root vegetable.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

JICAMA APPETIZER



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This is a great way to serve jicama to a large group of people.

Provided by BECCAS911

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 jicama, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chili powder

Steps:

  • Arrange the jicama on a platter. Sprinkle the lime juice and chili powder over the jicama. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 46.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

MEXICAN WATERMELON & JICAMA APPETIZER



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This looks attractive and is very refreshing. If you wish to serve it with a very spicy meal and use it as a cooler omit the chile.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Melons

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 seedless watermelon wedges (3" wide and 9" long)
1 1/4 lbs jicama, peeled,cut in slices1/4" thick and about 2" by 3"
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 lemon, cut in quarters

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife cut between the rind and the flesh of each watermelon wedge, leave the flesh sitting on the rind Cut throught the flesh to the rind at about 1 1/2" intervals Insert Jicama slices in the melon slits Mix salt& Chili pepper and sparinkle over the wedges Serve with lemon quarters, squeeze over the fruit as you are eating it.

PICO DE GALLO (JICAMA APPETIZER)



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This is NOT the salsa known as Pico de Gallo. From Elena's Secrets of Mexican Cooking. Posted for ZWT 5. There is a restaurant in Tucson, Arizona, Taqueria Pico de Gallo, that serves slices of watermelon, mango, pineapple and coconut prepared this way.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Lemon

Time 2m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups chopped jicama
2 cups chopped oranges
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
salt
powdered pequin chile

Steps:

  • Combine jicama, orange, lemon juice and salt. Chill thoroughly.
  • Serve in cocktail glasses with a sprinkling of powdered chiles on top.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, choose jicama that is firm and has a smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Jicama can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • To prepare jicama for eating, peel off the skin and cut the jicama into desired shapes.
  • Jicama can be eaten raw, cooked, or pickled.
  • Jicama is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
  • When choosing a jicama, look for one that is firm and has a smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Jicama can be stored in a cool, dark place for up to two weeks.
  • To prepare jicama for eating, peel off the skin and cut the jicama into desired shapes.
  • Jicama can be eaten raw, cooked, or pickled.
  • Jicama is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.

Conclusion:

Jicama is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Jicama can be eaten raw, cooked, or pickled. It is a popular ingredient in salads, stir-fries, and other dishes. If you are looking for a healthy and tasty snack, jicama is a great option.

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