Best Easy Jícama con Chile y Limón Recipe

Crisp jícama sticks with chile and lime are a refreshing, low-calorie Mexican snack. This vegetarian, healthy, fresh, keto-friendly option is ideal for weight loss and clean eats.

Cook 10 min Difficulty EASY 50 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • jícama 1 lb
Seasonings/Sauce
  • lime juice 3 tbsp
  • chile powder 2 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 11 g 88%
Protein 1 g 8%
Fat 0.5 g 4%
Serving size 100g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Peel the jícama thoroughly to remove all fibrous skin, then rinse under cold water.

  2. 2

    Cut the jícama into sticks, about ½-inch thick and 3-inch long for optimal crunch and dipping.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, drizzle the jícama sticks evenly with fresh lime juice, tossing gently to coat all sides.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle chile powder and salt over the sticks, tossing again to distribute the seasoning uniformly.

  5. 5

    Let the seasoned jícama rest for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving chilled.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The core of Jícama con Chile y Limón is fresh jícama. Its crisp texture and subtle sweetness form the backbone of the dish, highlighted by lime and chile powder for vibrant flavor.
Q. How should I cut and season the jícama for best results?
Peel the jícama well and slice it into uniform sticks for even crunch. After coating with lime juice, toss with chile powder and salt so every stick has balanced tang, spice, and savor.
Q. What’s the best way to keep the jícama crunchy?
Serve the seasoned jícama soon after preparing and always chill until ready to eat. Let it rest 5–10 minutes after seasoning, but don’t leave it soaking in lime juice for too long, as this may soften the texture.
Q. How many calories and carbs are in each serving of this recipe?
Each 100g serving of this Jícama con Chile y Limón recipe contains about 50 kcal and 11 grams of carbohydrates, making it an excellent choice for a fresh, low-calorie snack.
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