Jicama
A crisp, juicy Mexican root eaten raw, high in prebiotic inulin fibre.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of jicama, raw for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g raw — 38 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 38 kcal | 38 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 0.7 g | 1.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 8.8 g | 23.2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Fibre | 4.9 g | 4.9 g | 12.9 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of jicama, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 1 µg | 1 µg | <1% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2 mg | 20.2 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46 mg | 0.46 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3 µg | 0.3 µg | <1% |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg | 0.02 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin | 0.029 mg | 0.029 mg | 2% |
| Niacin | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042 mg | 0.042 mg | 2% |
| Folate | 12 µg | 12 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.14 mg | 0.14 mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.6 mg | 13.6 mg | 2% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 12 mg | 12 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 0.6 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 12 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 18 mg | 18 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 150 mg | 150 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 4 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.16 mg | 0.16 mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7 µg | 0.7 µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.048 mg | 0.048 mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.06 mg | 0.06 mg | 3% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Yambean (jicama), raw
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat jicama?
- Almost 5 g of fibre for under 40 kcal.
- Inulin fibre feeds beneficial gut bacteria.
How to include it
- Cut into sticks with lime and chilli.
- Shred into slaws for crunch.
Things to consider
- Only the flesh is edible; the skin and vine are toxic.
- Inulin can cause wind at high intakes.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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