Jicama Fresh
Also listed as Yam Bean Root.
Produce
This is what the ingredient is.
Jicama Fresh is a crisp white root vegetable sold whole. Labels may say jicama.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is peeled and eaten raw in salads and snacks.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA produce rules apply.
Here is what research has found.
Produce pathogen contamination can occur at packing.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Wash, peel, and refrigerate cut pieces.
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/24/2026