Ceviche de Jícama y Sandía (Jicama and Watermelon Ceviche)
Crunchy jicama and juicy watermelon in a lime, chilli and coriander marinade: sweet, sharp, cool and completely plant based.
Made with Ceviche lime marinade. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time20 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.10 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Make your ceviche lime marinade (see the base recipe) and chill it.
- 2
Put the jicama, watermelon, cucumber and red onion in a large bowl.
- 3
Pour over 150 ml of the ready made ceviche lime marinade (see the base recipe) and toss gently.
- 4
Leave in the fridge for 10 minutes so the jicama takes up the flavour.
10 min - 5
Fold in the coriander, taste and add salt, then dust with chilli powder and serve very cold.
Tips
- Jicama is a crunchy Mexican root vegetable sold in some supermarkets and Latin shops. Swap for kohlrabi, radish or firm pear if you cannot find it.
- Cut everything into similar sized 1 cm cubes so the salad looks neat and eats easily.
- Chill the watermelon before mixing so the salad stays cold.
- A pinch of chilli powder on top gives the classic Mexican street fruit finish.
Storing and freezing
Eat within a few hours. It keeps for 1 day in the fridge but the watermelon weeps and the jicama softens.
Questions
What does jicama taste like?
Jicama is crisp and slightly sweet, like a cross between an apple and a water chestnut. It stays crunchy even in acid, which makes it ideal for ceviche.
Can I use other fruit?
Yes. Mango, cucumber, pineapple and cantaloupe melon all work with the same marinade.
Is this vegan?
Yes. It is vegan, gluten free, dairy free, egg free and nut free, and it does not rely on added sugar.
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