Spicy Mango and Jicama Slaw That Bursts with Fresh Flavor

This Spicy Mango and Jicama Slaw is a refreshing twist with crisp jicama and the sweetness of ripe mango.

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Prep Time 10

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dishes

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Slaw

1 cup jicama peeled and julienned
1 cup mango ripe and diced
1/4 cup cilantro chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
1 medium jalapeño diced, optional for heat
1 medium red bell pepper diced
1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
1/2 teaspoon cumin optional
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Knife
Cutting Board

Method

Preparation

Peel the jicama and cut it into thin julienne strips for crunch.
Dice the ripe mango into bite-sized pieces.
Chop the fresh cilantro, slice the red onion thinly, and dice the red bell pepper.
Set all prepared ingredients aside in a large mixing bowl.

Dressing

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice and olive oil.
Add honey (or agave nectar), salt, and pepper to taste.
If desired, sprinkle in cumin and whisk until emulsified.

Combining Ingredients

In the large bowl with chopped vegetables and fruits, add the diced jalapeño and the dressing.
Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly coated.

Chilling

Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Toss before serving if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh lime juice. Adjust jalapeño for spice preference.

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