Jicama Veggie Tacos
Kayla Castle • April 26, 2021
If you haven’t tried Trader Joe’s Jicama Wrap, run don’t walk to buy these! A delicious veggie-based alternative and lower in carbohydrate option to corn/flour-based wraps. Filled with sautéed veggies, topped with guacamole & arugula. This is your next dinner go-to meal.
Recipe
Ingredients:
• 16 oz white button mushrooms, stems trimmed, chopped into 1-inch cubes
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• ¼ onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/3 cup mild & chunky salsa
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, taco seasoning & garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon jalapeño sauce- optional, if you don’t like spicy skip this
• 1 package jicama wraps (located in produce aisle)
• Guacamole & arugula to garnish
Method:
1.) Over medium-heat melt 1 teaspoon plant sterol or olive oil. Add chopped mushrooms and sauté till water is released about 5 minutes. Stirring frequently.
2.) Net add in the onion, garlic and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes till tender. Preheat oven to 350F and line baking sheet with foil.
3.) Mix in spices, salsa and jalapeno sauce (if using). Let this simmer while you heat up the jicama wraps. Place wraps spread out in pan to heat up, ~3-4 minutes is plenty of time they are very thin.
4.) Top jicama wraps with veggie mixture. Top with guacamole & arugula. Enjoy!
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