Baked Jicama Fries
Baked Jicama Fries
Have you ever had jicama or Mexican yam? It is actually from the bean family. This delicious Baked Jicama Fries is a great way to enjoy this healthy low-calorie vegetable!
Ingredients
- Baked Jicama
- 1 medium jicama
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika, (preferably smoked paprika)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Pinch of Cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- Vegan Cashew Ranch Dip
- 1 cup cashews, soaked for 1 hour
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 teaspoon dried chives
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Instructions
For The Baked Jicama
- Preheat oven 425°F. Peel jicama and cut into 1/4 inch matchsticks. Bring water to boil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add jicama and cook for 10 minutes until jicama is less crunchy.
- Drain water using a colander, transfer jicama slices in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper and sea salt.
- Place in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30-45 minutes or until crispy, turning halfway. Delicious served with vegan ranch dip or guacamole.
For The Ranch Dip
- Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender except parsley and dill. Process until smooth and creamy, pausing blender and scraping down the sides. Pour into a medium bowl and stir in parsley and dill. Keep refrigerated.
Recipe Adapted From Baked Jicama Fries @ healthiersteps.com