I really had not experimented with various fruits and vegetables in a long while, but I purchased jicama wraps, in place of rice wraps, with the intent to make veggie rolls. within a short amount of time, the jicama wraps were expiring and to not throw anything away, I decided to toss them in my juicer.
Here's what you'll need for your juicer:
- Jicama, sliced
- 1 Carrot
- 1 Granny Smith Apple
- 1 Ginger nub
- 1 Lemon
If you've ever wondered about about jicama, it is a root vegetable, with a rather earthy flavor. I must say, that it wasn't too bad and actually added depth to my juice recipe.
The health benefits of jicama are the following:
- Helps the formation of good bacteria
- Regulates blood pressure
- Aids in weight loss
- Improves mood
- Strengthens immune system
- Helps in digestion
- Good for brain health
- Helps to improve blood circulation
- Bone Health
- REduces the risk of cardiovascular problems