Ceviche de Jícama

Ceviche de Jícama is a refreshing and crunchy Mexican side dish that combines the unique texture of jícama with zesty lime and fresh herbs. This vibrant dish is perfect for adding a burst of flavor to any meal or enjoying on its own.

Ceviche de Jícama
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
120 kcal

Ingredients

  • Jícama - 200 grams, peeled and diced
  • Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
  • Cucumber - 100 grams, diced
  • Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lime juice - 3 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Avocado - 1 small, diced (for garnish)

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced jícama, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion.
  2. Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl and mix the ingredients gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the lime dressing over the jícama mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
  5. Let the ceviche marinate for about 10 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve the ceviche de jícama in small bowls, garnished with diced avocado on top.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbs: 16 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from fresh vegetables.
  • High in fiber, which aids in digestion.

Tags

MexicanVegetarianSide Dish