Coleslaw takes an Asian turn with this savory jicama avocado slaw atop rice crackers. Peel the coarse outer layer of jicama to reveal a crunchy, nutritious addition to this cabbage-less slaw. Using soy sauce without gluten and rice crackers makes for a savory, gluten-free snack.
Jicama Avocado Slaw on Rice Crackers
Total Time: 10 min
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information
per serving
Vitamin A 2009 IU; Vitamin C 11 mg; Calcium 20 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 27 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.03 g
% Daily Value*: Total Fat 7%; Vitamin A 40%; Vitamin C 20%; Calcium 2%; Iron 4%
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 Tbsp. lime juice 1 tsp. sesame oil 1 Tbsp. gluten-free soy sauce 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1 tsp. sugar 1/2 ripe Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and diced 1 cup shredded jicama 1 cup shredded carrots 12 medium-sized round rice crackersInstructions
- To make dressing, whisk together lime juice, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar and sugar.
- Combine dressing with avocado, jicama, and carrots.
- Spoon slaw on to crackers.
Copyright © 2014, Katie Ferraro, MPH, RD, CDE
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Did You Know?
It’s actually easy to create an avocado rose. If you are setting out a spread of appetizers, add a beautiful avocado rose to elevate the appeal. Or if you are looking for more casual appetizers try these California Avocado snack recipes.
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
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