What is Jicama?

Jicama is a root vegetable that can be found in the Americas. It is a starchy tuber that has a crisp, crunchy texture and tastes like water chestnuts.

Can I Give My Toddler Jicama and Is It Safe?

Jicama is a type of tuberous root vegetable that has a crunchy texture and is typically eaten raw. This vegetable is safe to give to toddlers as it contains no known toxic substances.

Jicama is a type of tuberous root vegetable that has a crunchy texture and is typically eaten raw. This vegetable is safe to give to toddlers as it contains no known toxic substances. It can be found in the produce section of most grocery stores or farmers markets, or you can grow your own jicama plants from seed.

Jicama contains no known toxic substances so it can be safely given to toddlers who are 1-3 years old, but do not give jicama if your child is 4-6 years old as they may not fully digest the jicama yet.