How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jicama?

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small jicama, peeled and finely julienned, 1 chayote, stemmed,peeled,and finely julienned (vegetable pear or mirliton), 1 small red bell pepper, stemmed,seeded,and finely julienned, 1 unpeeled granny smith apple, cored and julienned, and more.

Is Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jicama suitable as salads?

Yes, Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jicama falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jicama?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jica

Name: Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jicama
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small jicama, peeled and finely julienned; 1 chayote, stemmed,peeled,and finely julienned (vegetable pear or mirliton); 1 small red bell pepper, stemmed,seeded,and finely julienned; 1 unpeeled granny smith apple, cored and julienned; 1 clementines or 1 satsuma oranges, sectioned and seeded,reserving all juice (a tangerine, tangelo, or canned mandarin orange sections may be substituted); ½ cup orange juice (juice from canned mandarins may be used); ½ cup chopped pecans; 6 sprigs cilantro; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (pumpkin seed, peanut, or sesame oil in any combination may be used); salt; 4 corn tortillas, cut in thin strips and fried in vegetable oil (red, blue or yellow may be used)

Try this homemade Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jicama recipe the whole family will love. Made with jicama, chayote, red bell pepper an…

This Fresh Fruit and Tortilla Slaw with Chayote and Jicama relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as chopped pecans, sprigs cilantro and salt. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1034 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads

1034

kcal

Calories

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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