This Crunchy Root Looks Like a Potato, But You Can Eat It Raw!

Added: 2026-05-28

[00:00:00]This is >> [music] >> jicama, a unique root vegetable often mistaken for a potato because of its rough brown skin. Inside, it has a bright white [music] texture that is crunchy, juicy, and incredibly refreshing since nearly 90% [music] of it is water. Jicama can be eaten raw without cooking and is often compared to apples because of its crisp [music] texture. However, not every part of the plant is safe to eat. Above the ground, the plant grows stems, leaves, and seed pods that contain a natural toxin called rotenone. This toxin protects the plant from insects and animals, while only the underground root remains safe for humans to eat.