Jicama Nutrition Facts: Is Jicama Good for You?

Based on USDA data, raw jicama is a low-calorie vegetable that is high in vitamin C and a good source of dietary fiber. It is very low in fat, sodium, and sugar, and is about 90% water. Its nutritional value depends on the portion size and how it fits into your overall diet, but it provides key nutrients for very few calories.

38Calories

0.72gProtein

8.8gCarbs

4.9gFiber

0.09gFat

1.8gSugars

Per 100 g · Yambean (jicama), raw

High in (20% DV or more per 100 g): Vitamin C
Good source of (10 to 19% DV): Dietary fiber

What stands out in jicama

High in vitamin C. A 100-gram serving of raw jicama contains 20.2 mg of vitamin C, which is 22% of the Daily Value (DV).
Good source of fiber. Jicama provides 4.9 grams of dietary fiber per 100 grams. This amount supplies 18% of the Daily Value.
Low in calories and fat. There are 38 calories and less than 0.1 grams of total fat in a 100-gram portion of raw jicama. It contains no cholesterol.
Low sugar content. While it contains 8.8 grams of carbohydrates per 100 grams, only 1.8 grams of that is total sugars.

What to keep in mind

Jicama is very low in components many people monitor. A 100-gram serving contains only 4 mg of sodium, 1.8 g of total sugars, and 0.02 g of saturated fat.

Jicama nutrition facts per 100 g

Calories and macronutrients
Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV
Calories	38 kcal	–
Protein	0.72 g	1%
Total fat	0.09 g	0%
Saturated fat	0.02 g	0%
Monounsaturated fat	0.01 g	–
Polyunsaturated fat	0.04 g	–
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
Carbohydrate	8.8 g	3%
Dietary fiber	4.9 g	18%
Total sugars	1.8 g	–
Water	90.1 g	–
Sodium	4 mg	0%

Vitamins and minerals
Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV
Potassium	150 mg	3%
Calcium	12 mg	1%
Iron	0.6 mg	3%
Magnesium	12 mg	3%
Phosphorus	18 mg	1%
Zinc	0.16 mg	1%
Copper	0.05 mg	5%
Manganese	0.06 mg	3%
Selenium	0.7 mcg	1%
Vitamin A (RAE)	1 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	20.2 mg	22%
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	0.46 mg	3%
Vitamin K	0.3 mcg	0%
Thiamin (B1)	0.02 mg	2%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.03 mg	2%
Niacin (B3)	0.2 mg	1%
Vitamin B6	0.04 mg	2%
Folate (DFE)	12 mcg	3%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Choline	13.6 mg	2%

% Daily Value uses the FDA Daily Values for adults and children 4 years and older. Highlighted rows are 20% DV or more per 100 g. A dash means no Daily Value is set.

Jicama by portion

The nutrition information changes with portion size. A 1-cup serving of jicama slices weighs 120 grams and provides 46 calories, 10.6 grams of carbohydrates, and about 6 grams of dietary fiber. A single slice, weighing 6 grams, has just 2 calories. A small jicama (365 g) contains 139 calories and nearly 18 grams of fiber, while a medium one (659 g) has 250 calories and over 32 grams of fiber.

USDA portion	Weight	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fiber	Fat
1 cup slices	120 g	46	0.9 g	10.6 g	5.9 g	0.1 g
1 cup	130 g	49	0.9 g	11.4 g	6.4 g	0.1 g
1 large	1,200 g	456	8.6 g	105.6 g	58.8 g	1.1 g
1 medium	659 g	250	4.7 g	58 g	32.3 g	0.6 g
1 slice	6 g	2	0 g	0.5 g	0.3 g	0 g
1 small	365 g	139	2.6 g	32.1 g	17.9 g	0.3 g

How jicama compares with other vegetables

Among 38 vegetables in its group, raw jicama has one of the highest amounts of dietary fiber, ranking 3rd. It has the lowest amount of total fat, ranking 38th. For calories, it falls in the middle of the group, ranking 15th. Its calorie count of 38 per 100 grams is similar to that of rutabaga (37 kcal), onion (40 kcal), and carrots (41 kcal). However, jicama’s fiber content of 4.9 grams is significantly higher than the fiber in those vegetables, which have between 1.7 and 2.8 grams per serving.

Per 100 g	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fiber	Fat
Jicama	38	0.72 g	8.8 g	4.9 g	0.09 g
Rutabaga	37	1.1 g	8.6 g	2.3 g	0.16 g
Onion	40	1.1 g	9.3 g	1.7 g	0.1 g
Carrots	41	0.93 g	9.6 g	2.8 g	0.24 g
Kale	35	2.9 g	4.4 g	4.1 g	1.5 g

Quick answers

How many calories are in a cup of jicama?

According to USDA data, a 1-cup serving of sliced raw jicama (120 g) contains 46 calories. A general 1-cup portion (130 g) has 49 calories.

How many carbs and how much fiber are in jicama?

A 100-gram serving of raw jicama has 8.8 grams of total carbohydrates, which includes 4.9 grams of dietary fiber. A 1-cup serving of slices has 10.6 grams of carbs and 5.9 grams of fiber.

Is jicama low in sugar?

Raw jicama is low in sugar, containing 1.8 grams of total sugars per 100-gram serving. A cup of sliced jicama has 2.2 grams of sugar.

When to talk to a doctor or dietitian

This page describes nutrient content, not medical advice. If a health condition, medicine or pregnancy affects what you eat, a doctor or registered dietitian can tell you how jicama fits your situation.