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Healthy Recipes using Grilled Jicama

Grilled Jicama Tacos with Avocado Salsa

These refreshing jicama tacos are a low-carb alternative filled with vibrant avocado salsa, perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium jicama, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 small tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill jicama slices for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly charred.
  2. In a bowl, combine avocado, tomato, red onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the salsa.
  3. Assemble the tacos by placing the avocado salsa on grilled jicama slices and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Grilled Jicama and Quinoa Salad

A hearty salad featuring grilled jicama and protein-packed quinoa, tossed with a zesty lime dressing.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 medium jicama, peeled and diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Grill the diced jicama until tender and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, grilled jicama, bell pepper, and parsley.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the salad and toss to combine.

Spicy Grilled Jicama Fries

These crispy jicama fries are grilled to perfection and seasoned with a spicy chili-lime mix for a healthy snack.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium jicama, cut into fry shapes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat and toss jicama fries with olive oil, chili powder, cayenne pepper, lime juice, and salt.
  2. Grill the fries for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden and tender.
  3. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Grilled Jicama and Shrimp Skewers

These skewers combine succulent shrimp and crunchy grilled jicama, marinated in a garlic-lime sauce for a delicious meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium jicama, cut into cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Marinate shrimp and jicama cubes for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Thread shrimp and jicama onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp are cooked through.

Grilled Jicama Salad with Citrus Dressing

A refreshing salad with grilled jicama, mixed greens, and a tangy citrus dressing that’s perfect for summer.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium jicama, peeled and sliced
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1 orange, segmented
  • 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Grill jicama slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until grill marks appear.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, orange segments, and walnuts.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the salad and top with grilled jicama.

Grilled Jicama and Black Bean Wrap

A nutritious wrap filled with grilled jicama, black beans, and fresh veggies, perfect for a quick lunch.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium jicama, peeled and sliced
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
  • 2 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Grill jicama slices for about 5 minutes until tender.
  2. In a bowl, mix black beans, spinach, bell pepper, salt, and pepper.
  3. Assemble the wrap by placing the jicama and black bean mixture in tortillas, then roll tightly and serve.

Grilled Jicama and Chicken Salad

A protein-packed salad featuring grilled chicken and jicama, tossed with a light vinaigrette for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium jicama, peeled and diced
  • 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Grill jicama cubes until slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine arugula, grilled chicken, jicama, and feta cheese.
  3. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

Grilled Jicama and Mango Salsa

A vibrant salsa made with grilled jicama and fresh mango, perfect as a topping for fish or chicken.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium jicama, diced
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Grill jicama pieces until tender and slightly charred, about 5 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, combine grilled jicama, mango, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt.
  3. Serve as a refreshing salsa with grilled meats or fish.

Grilled Jicama and Cucumber Salad

A light and refreshing salad with grilled jicama and cucumber, dressed with a sesame vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 medium jicama, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
  1. Grill jicama slices for 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.
  3. Combine grilled jicama and cucumber in a bowl, drizzle with dressing, and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.