Jícama-Date Canapes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Jícama-Date Canapes
45 min.
45
20kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and unique appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these delightful Jícama-Date Canapés! Perfectly suited for any occasion, these canapés are not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making them an excellent choice for a variety of dietary preferences.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these tasty bites that serve up to 45 people, making them ideal for parties, gatherings, or even a casual snack. Each canapé is a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors, featuring the natural sweetness of dried pitted dates combined with the crisp, refreshing crunch of jícama. The addition of fresh mint and zesty lime juice elevates the flavor profile, creating a vibrant taste experience that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Not only are these canapés delicious, but they also boast a low-calorie count of just 20 kcal per serving, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. Whether you're serving them as an antipasti, starter, or snack, these Jícama-Date Canapés are a delightful way to kick off any meal or enjoy as a light treat. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this innovative and healthy appetizer!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound dates dried packed pitted
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.3 pounds jicama 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • 45 servings garnish: mint leaves fresh
  • tablespoons scallion minced

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Peel jícama and cut enough into 1/4-inch dice to measure 1/2 cup. In a food processor pulse dates to a paste and transfer to a bowl. Stir diced jícama, lime juice, scallion, and mint into dates and season with salt. Date mixture may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  2. Cut remaining jícama into 1/4-inch-thick slices and cut each slice into as many 1 1/2-inch triangles as possible. Jícama triangles may be made 1 day ahead, wrapped in damp paper towels, and chilled in a sealable plastic bag.
  3. Top jícama triangles with some date mixture and garnish with small mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories20kcal
Protein4.85%
Fat1.77%
Carbs93.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.2
Glycemic Load
1.83
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.0278260837431%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.4mg
Hesperetin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:20.19kcal
1.01%
Fat:0.04g
0.07%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.05%
Carbohydrates:5.18g
1.73%
Net Carbohydrates:4.05g
1.47%
Sugar:3.45g
3.83%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1.05mg
0.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.27g
0.54%
Fiber:1.13g
4.52%
Vitamin C:3.3mg
4%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.79%
Potassium:60.82mg
1.74%
Magnesium:4.79mg
1.2%
Vitamin A:58.23IU
1.16%
Iron:0.19mg
1.08%
Copper:0.02mg
1.05%
Folate:4.13µg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious