Vegetable

How much fiber is in jicama?

Jicama has 5.9 g of fiber per 1 cup sticks (120 g). That is 21% of the daily value and a high amount for a vegetable.

5.9g

per 1 cup sticks

4.9g

per 100 g

21%

daily value

#2of 60

vegetables

Soluble vs insoluble

Soluble 1.2g 20% Insoluble 4.7g 80%

The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.

About jicama and fiber

Jicama is a crunchy root with 5.9 grams of fiber per cup of sticks, the highest of any raw snacking vegetable here. Much of its carbohydrate is inulin, which is why it is high FODMAP in large amounts.

Counts toward plant diversityHigh FODMAP at this serving

How jicama compares to other vegetables

Per typical serving. The highest vegetable in the database is artichoke at 6.9 g.

Food	Serving	Fiber	Per 100 g	% DV
Artichoke	1 medium	6.9 g	5.8 g	25%
Jicama	1 cup sticks	5.9 g	4.9 g	21%
Collard Greens	1 cup cooked	5.3 g	2.8 g	19%
Kohlrabi	1 cup sliced	4.9 g	3.6 g	18%
Acorn Squash	1/2 cup baked	4.5 g	4.4 g	16%
Green Peas	1/2 cup	4.4 g	5.5 g	16%
Sweet Potato	1 medium	3.8 g	3.3 g	14%

All 60 vegetables ranked by fiber

Servings to reach a daily goal

5×

servings of jicama to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women

7×

servings of jicama to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men

Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.

USDA entries for jicama

Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.

USDA description	Fiber / 100 g	Soluble	Insoluble
Jicama, raw	4.9 g	–	–
Yambean (jicama), raw	4.9 g	–	–

Frequently asked questions

How much fiber is in jicama?

1 cup sticks of jicama, about 120 grams, contains 5.9 grams of dietary fiber. That is 4.9 grams of fiber per 100 grams and 21% of the 28 gram daily value.

Is jicama high in fiber?

Yes. At 5.9 g per serving, jicama ranks 2 of 60 vegetables in the FiberUp database and 24 of 198 foods overall.

Is the fiber in jicama soluble or insoluble?

About 20% of the fiber in jicama is soluble (1.2 g) and 80% is insoluble (4.7 g). Soluble fiber forms a gel that slows digestion and feeds gut bacteria; insoluble fiber adds bulk and speeds transit.

How many servings of jicama would reach a daily fiber goal?

It would take about 5 servings to reach 25 g (the adequate intake for adult women) and 7 servings to reach 38 g (adult men). Spreading fiber across several foods is easier and better for gut bacteria diversity.

Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.