Singkamas (Jicama) Salad
Singkamas is a Filipino salad made with jicama and other vegetables.
The salad has a simple dressing made with vinegar, sugar, and salt.
It's a refreshing side dish that's easy to make.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted September 29, 2026Share
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Description
Singkamas is a Filipino salad made with jicama and other vegetables.
The salad has a simple dressing made with vinegar, sugar, and salt.
It's a refreshing side dish that's easy to make.
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Ingredients 11
1 large jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1 red bell pepper, cut into long thin strips
1 green bell pepper, cut into long thin strips
1 small red onion, sliced into thin lengthwise slivers
2 green chile peppers - halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into strips
1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, thinly sliced
1 cup water
0.66666668653488 cup vinegar
0.66666668653488 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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1
Combine jicama, bell peppers, onion, green chile peppers, carrot, and ginger in a large bowl.
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Whisk water, vinegar, sugar, and salt together in a separate bowl; pour over vegetable mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 113 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Sodium 244mg
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Total Carbohydrate 28g
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Dietary Fiber 7g
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Protein 1g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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