16 Jicama Recipes That Highlight This Versatile Root Vegetable

Jicama is one of the most versatile root vegetables out there because it can be prepared in a number of different ways. Thanks to the neutral taste, it easily takes on the flavor profile of whatever it’s prepared with—so it’s a crunchy, refreshing addition to cookout salads, slaws, salsas and more. Read on for our favorite recipes that incorporate this nutritious root vegetable—starting with this easy side that is perfect for serving at a backyard barbecue or summertime buffet. It’s packed with fresh flavor thanks to cilantro and freshly-squeezed lime juice, and ancho chile powder adds the perfect amount of heat. Jicama and Napa cabbage are the base for this crunchy, refreshing slaw.

Jicama is a super versatile vegetable that can take on multiple forms. When pulsed in a food processor, jicama looks, feels, and tastes just like tabbouleh. This fresh and fun salad is packed with flavor from mint, paprika and lemon juice.

This crispy, crunchy slaw is cool and refreshing. Simply peel and grate jicama, shred cabbage and slice scallions. Toss it all together and dress with honey, lime juice and olive oil. Fresh mint adds bright, vibrant flavor and cracked pepper adds the perfect amount of spice.

If you’re trying to cut your carb intake, swap out sandwich bread for slices of jicama. These breadless ham and cheese sandwiches are crunchy and fresh. Horseradish adds perfect peppery flavor to every bite.

Jicama adds much-needed crunch to this citrusy salad. It’s light and refreshing, which means it’s perfect for pairing with spicy dishes. Pomegranate seeds add sweetness to this flavor-packed dish.

Thin, crispy jicama slices act as a fantastic substitution for tortillas in this lightened-up taco recipe. Marinated steak is the perfect filling for the crunchy shells—the flank steak is rich and tender. The whole dish is even tastier when topped with homemade soy-lime sauce.

If you’re looking for a salad to pair with tacos, look no further than this crispy side dish that’s super refreshing. Jalapeño gives the salad a bit of heat, while orange adds sweetness. The crunchy texture is the perfect way to balance out the fattiness of any taco.

This crisp and refreshing drink is perfect for a hot summer day. Honeydew and cucumber add fruity, fresh flavor, while jicama sticks add something to crunch on. Make sure to refrigerator for up to four hours before serving.

Jicama is such a versatile root vegetable that it requires barely any manipulation to make it taste good. This easy recipe is proof of that. Simply peel the jicama, cut into sticks, then toss with lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, sugar and chili powder. Enjoy own its own or sprinkle on top of a simple salad.

This jicama salad is so simple it can be ready in just 10 minutes. To prepare it, simply peel the jicama and then cut it into match sticks. Toss the jicama with radishes, scallions, and a peppery-lime dressing for a fresh and flavorful salad.

The crunchy texture of jicama makes it perfect for pairing with creamy avocado. This easy salad can be ready in 20 minutes and requires just 10 ingredients. Oranges and limes add fruity flavor, and cumin adds a bit of complexity. Top with fresh cilantro leaves to make it extra bright and colorful.

This fun slaw recipe is packed with vegetables, which makes it a hearty and filling side dish that’s nutritious and refreshing. Fresh cilantro adds bright, vibrant flavor while chile powder and red pepper flakes add bold heat to every bite. The spice flavor is balanced out with zippy lime juice and a bit of sugar.

All jicama slaws are refreshing, but this one is made with extra-juicy mango to add bold, fruity flavor that’s perfect for summer. The best part? It can be ready in just 15 minutes. Cayenne balances out the sweetness with just a little bit of heat.

For a zippy summer salad, toss crunchy jicama with sliced carrots and dress with a homemade jalapeño-lime dressing. Serve cold or room temperature alongside a variety of different main dishes.

This dip is crisp and refreshing—just the salsa should be. It only gets better the longer it’s refrigerated, so feel free to prep it in advance and let it chill overnight. Serve with tortilla chips for a refreshing snack.