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!

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Baked Jicama Fries

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 55

Servings: serving

Calories: 280kcal

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.

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