Jicama Slaw

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Jicama Slaw
60 min.
8
149kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that will elevate your meals? Look no further than this delightful Jicama Slaw! Bursting with color and flavor, this slaw is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy addition to any table. With its crunchy texture and zesty dressing, it’s the perfect accompaniment to barbecues, picnics, or even a simple weeknight dinner.

What makes this Jicama Slaw truly special is its versatility. It’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences. The star of the dish, jicama, is a root vegetable that adds a unique crunch and a slightly sweet flavor, perfectly complemented by the vibrant mix of carrots, red bell pepper, and red cabbage. The dressing, a zesty blend of lime juice, olive oil, and rice vinegar, ties everything together with a refreshing kick.

Not only is this slaw delicious, but it’s also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free indulgence. With just 149 calories per serving, you can enjoy this dish without any worries. Plus, it can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. So, whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply want to add a burst of freshness to your meal, this Jicama Slaw is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  •  carrots julienned peeled
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder 
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves minced plus more for garnish
  • 1.3 lbs jicama julienned peeled
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5  onion red dry rinsed halved lengthwise very thinly sliced lengthwise
  • large bell pepper red cored very thinly sliced
  • 0.3 head cabbage red cored very thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper red
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 

Equipment

  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. At home: Put cut vegetables in a large resealable plastic bag. Keep, chilled, up to 2 days.
  2. Combine oil, vinegar, lime juice, minced cilantro, salt, pepper, sugar, chili powder, and chile flakes in a small resealable plastic bag or container. Keep, chilled, up to 2 days.
  3. Add dressing to vegetables, shake to combine well, and let sit 15 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times.
  4. Serve garnished with cilantro, if you like.

Nutrition Facts

Calories149kcal
Protein3.62%
Fat63.07%
Carbs33.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.12
Glycemic Load
2.13
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.736521959305%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
55.01mg
Delphinidin
0.03mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.5mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:149.05kcal
7.45%
Fat:10.76g
16.55%
Saturated Fat:1.5g
9.37%
Carbohydrates:12.78g
4.26%
Net Carbohydrates:7.61g
2.77%
Sugar:4.77g
5.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:316.96mg
13.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.39g
2.78%
Vitamin A:3578.82IU
71.58%
Vitamin C:58.61mg
71.05%
Fiber:5.17g
20.69%
Vitamin K:20.46µg
19.48%
Vitamin E:2.4mg
16.03%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.23%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.08%
Potassium:287.57mg
8.22%
Folate:27.56µg
6.89%
Iron:0.92mg
5.12%
Magnesium:19.07mg
4.77%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.15%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.84%
Phosphorus:35.72mg
3.57%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.25%
Calcium:32.12mg
3.21%
Copper:0.06mg
3%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.62%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.94%
Selenium:0.86µg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes