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December 9, 2015 (Updated March 22, 2023)

Jicama Cucumber Salad

by Anne Mauney, MPH, RD

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Friends – is anyone else really into jicama lately? It’s an edible root that looks a bit like a turnip, and you peel it and eat the inside, which is crisp and juicy – kind of like a pear/water chestnut combo.

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We enjoyed a super simple but really delicious slaw/salad using jicama earlier this week that I thought was worth sharing. No fancy photos, but still really good. 🙂 Just mix together chopped jicama and cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and salt and pepper. Et voila! A surprisingly tasty side. I loved how crunchy it was!

jicama cucumber salad

It was also really good atop an Asian-glazed fish with rice!

asian fish with jicama

Give it a shot if you’re looking to try something new. 🙂 We got the recipe from Blue Apron, as usual!

On the fitness front, I was up early to meet friends Chelsea and Kathleen for a little Definitions boot camp action via ClassPass (affiliate link)! Here’s a sweaty post-workout shot, because I love sharing unattractive photos of myself on the internet. 😉 We did a lot with kettlebells today!

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It was a great workout, and I was quite well fueled because last night’s dinner was a delicious Blue Apron lamb burger. Those are carrot fries on the side – genius! They tasted a lot like sweet potato fries, actually. They were coated in olive oil, salt, pepper, cumin, and caraway seeds. So delicious – I’ll have to remember that one for later!

how to make carrot fries

I’m keeping things short today because I need to finish packing and get out the door – I’m headed up to NYC for the rest of the week! Matt and I are going to a wedding on Long Island this weekend, and I decided to head up to the city a couple days early to see friends. You can see what I’m up to on Instagram, as always, and I’ll pop back in on Friday with an update on the NYC adventures, too.

Before I go, though, I’d love some advice from you guys. I’ve been thinking a lot about the blog as the year comes to a close, and I’m considering switching things up a little bit in terms of post timing. Instead of posting 5 days a week, and doing a fair amount of lifestyle content (random eats/exercise from the week, like this post), I’m thinking of switching to posting 3 days a week. This would likely look like the following:

  • Monday: weekend recap/lifestyle content/travel if applicable
  • Wednesday: new recipe, or recipe round up, or a feature of a particularly interesting meal or snack that I had that week, or a topic-specific post (nutrition hot topic content, sponsored posts/reviews), etc.
  • Friday: fitness week in review

So essentially, I’d do a little less day to day “here’s what I’m up to” lifestyle blogging. I’ve been blogging 5 days a week for years now, and I feel like lately I haven’t always had anything interesting/new to share. When you first start a blog, there’s SO MUCH to say – so many meals and snacks and fitness routines to share, and while I was in grad school I was always doing something new and interesting that I wanted to write about. But now that I’ve settled into a routine in DC between blogging and my AnneTheRD client work, I find I don’t always have anything interesting/new to share for those weekday lifestyle posts, especially since we eat a lot of the same things (or do Blue Apron) day in and day out and I do a lot of similar workouts that can be condensed into one week in review post. But before I make the change, I wanted to ask you guys, because you’re the reason I’m here, of course! What do you think? What keeps you coming back? Do you like the random lifestyle eats/exercise type updates I share during the week? Or do you think it makes more sense to switch things up a bit and use a more streamlined approach, condensing workouts to a week in review post and sharing more recipes vs. random eats? (Or, another idea: Friday’s post could include fitness week in review and some random eats if there are highlights I want to share…) I figure I can always pop in an extra day if I have something extra to share, but this will free me up a bit to make the posts I do share especially great. 🙂

Thanks in advance for your feedback – and for reading my blog! I’m so happy you’re here. 🙂 Looking forward to hearing what you guys think!

- anne
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72 comments
  • Layla December 9, 2015 · 12:18PM:
    I love the daily lifestyle posts. They are my favorite.
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:04PM:
      Thank you for reading :)
      Reply
  • Ilana December 9, 2015 · 12:25PM:
    I actually like the day-to-day posts as well!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:04PM:
      Yay -thank you!
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      • Ilana December 9, 2015 · 3:07PM:
        My pleasure - love reading your blog. Thanks for being a source of inspiration to lead a happy, healthy, and meaningful life!
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        • Anne
          December 9, 2015 · 3:28PM:
          I'm honored to hear I've inspired! :)
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  • Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday
    December 9, 2015 · 12:51PM:
    I really like your day-to-day posts, and actually do find them interesting. However, I know blogging takes a lot of time, and if you would be happier with a smaller amount of more specialized content, then I think you'll do a fabulous job with that! Basically, I think that while you ultimately blog for the readers, you should be happy with whatever you're doing, too :) And I love your blog, so I'll follow along either way!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:04PM:
      Thank you so much for reading, Ellen!
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    • Allison Keskimaki December 9, 2015 · 3:30PM:
      What Ellen said! :)
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      • Anne
        December 9, 2015 · 3:54PM:
        Thanks! :)
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  • Jennifer Yager December 9, 2015 · 12:51PM:
    I like the day-to-day random lifestyle posts too. When blogs are too structured, I tend to skim. I especially tend to skim week in review posts.
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:03PM:
      Yeah, when I think about it, I generally like reading more lifestyle type posts on other blogs, too -- thanks for your input!
      Reply
  • Elisabeth December 9, 2015 · 12:53PM:
    I would really miss your lifestyle posts, but I do understand that blogging takes a lot of time & would welcome whatever you decide to do
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:03PM:
      I'm glad to hear you enjoy them!
      Reply
  • [email protected]
    December 9, 2015 · 12:55PM:
    Both of those recipes look so good! I love lamb burgers, but have never thought of carrot fries before--genius! I wish I had more advice, but as a newbie blogger, I'm still figuring things out! It is time consuming, which is why I stick to three posts a week, but I do enjoy reading your day to day posts.
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:03PM:
      It's a journey, huh? Thank you for reading! :)
      Reply
  • Kait
    December 9, 2015 · 1:09PM:
    I really like your day-to-day format. Your positivity always brightens my day!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:02PM:
      Yay, thank you! :)
      Reply
  • Susie B. December 9, 2015 · 1:12PM:
    I like the day to day!!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 2:59PM:
      Thank you!
      Reply
  • Nicole December 9, 2015 · 1:15PM:
    I love your blog, it always brightens my day ( I actually use it as a reward for getting things done!). That being said, if you feel like 3 days a week would be more manageable please do what works for you- I know all of us faithful readers will just be anticipating your next post more :) But I would ask that if you go on any trips or any fun adventures to devote posts just to them- it is so fun to read about all of the amazing things you do!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 2:59PM:
      I'm so happy to hear that my blog brightens your day - this comment brightened mine! Don't worry, trip recaps will always be shared - I love writing about adventures and it's fun to look back and read about them again later, too, so I can relive them/remember all the little details!
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  • Hannah December 9, 2015 · 1:35PM:
    Carrot fries? So cool! Need to try that soon :) I enjoy the lifestyle posts but I totally understand the reason for the switch! As a blogger/digital marketer I know what it's like to be on different types of schedules, and how demanding they can be. Do what won't make you feel burned out :)
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 2:57PM:
      Thank you, Hannah! :)
      Reply
  • Amber @ Letters from Lou
    December 9, 2015 · 1:49PM:
    Hey Anne, I have read your blog for years now and I read it almost every day. I love ALL your post and I think you are an amazing person (geek moment). However, I also understand as a blogger how much work and time goes into it. I work full time and have a part-time practice and I ONLY have the time to manage to TRY and get up 2 post a week. That said, I COMPLETELY understand if you want to scale back on the posting a bit. I'll still be here! ;)
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 2:56PM:
      You are so sweet - thank you! :)
      Reply
  • Jill December 9, 2015 · 2:10PM:
    I'm a fan of the lifestyle posts but the Monday "weekend recap" posts are always my favorite so I really like your idea for three focussed posts!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 2:56PM:
      The weekend recaps are definitely not going away... they're fun to write and I'm so glad you're enjoying them! :)
      Reply
  • masala girl
    December 9, 2015 · 2:29PM:
    wow a lot of people like the day to day stuff haha. i love hearing about your workouts :) i'd go in the middle: 4 days, with 3 being what you planned+ a 4th for whatever you feel like, whenever, which i kinda feel like would happen anyways. regarding jicama, i've been OBSESSED for about 2 years!! though it's such a hassle to peel, i usually end up only eating half of it, because i'm the only one in my family that eats it, and... time :/ it's great with rice vinegar & cilantro!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 2:56PM:
      I'll have to try the rice vinegar and cilantro next time! That's a good idea to think about doing 4 days... thank you for reading! :)
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  • Michelle December 9, 2015 · 3:02PM:
    I love the daily lifestyle way of blogging you have!!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:05PM:
      Thank you! :)
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  • Jessica K December 9, 2015 · 3:26PM:
    I love reading all of your posts! I feel like you are always doing something fun and interesting! Your running/fitness posts are always motivating and push me to get out there and stick to my own training plans! However, it is totally understandable if posting so many times per week feels overwhelming. Just know that I love reading! :)
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:29PM:
      It's more just that I was worried that people were bored of the day to day posts, so this is good to hear! Thank you for reading!
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  • Tina M December 9, 2015 · 3:45PM:
    I love reading your day to day posts. Never boring. :-)
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 3:54PM:
      Thank you :)
      Reply
  • Lauren December 9, 2015 · 3:59PM:
    I have been reading your blog for a few years now and I enjoy reading all types of posts, especially just the day to day stuff! Whatever you decide works best for you, I will still be reading!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 4:19PM:
      Thank you so much for reading!
      Reply
  • Cassie
    December 9, 2015 · 4:13PM:
    I like all of it, and will keep coming back either way!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 4:20PM:
      Yay - glad to hear it! Thanks!
      Reply
  • Roadrunner December 9, 2015 · 5:03PM:
    I like the lifestyle AND workout posts. I think you should preserve flexibility and post when you have something interesting 3-5 times per week!
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 5:07PM:
      Fair enough - maybe the simplest solution is to just post when I want to/feel like I have something to say -- which would probably end up being 4 or 5 days a week depending on the week. :)
      Reply
  • Mary December 9, 2015 · 5:28PM:
    I'll chime in to say I enjoy your blogging style as it is...it seems so natural and relatable rather than forced, if I am explaining myself correctly. So I'd say blog when you want about what you want to even if it's less frequently.
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    • Anne
      December 9, 2015 · 5:41PM:
      Awesome. Thank you!
      Reply
  • Jessica December 9, 2015 · 7:10PM:
    I enjoy reading all of you posts. I started reading your blog this February and have enjoyed it. I would support you cutting down do 3x a week if that is something you want to do! I think that if something interesting came about and you started posting more often again, but the topics you mentioned are things I like to read about! I'll be reading either way!
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:26PM:
      Yay - thank you, Jessica!
      Reply
  • Erin M. December 9, 2015 · 7:30PM:
    I really like the random daily life posts. I've been reading since the beginning, so I obviously enjoy the blog! I do enjoy more frequent blogging, but you need to do what you feel is right and what you enjoy doing! I'll keep reading regardless!
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:26PM:
      Thank you for being here since the beginning, Erin! :)
      Reply
  • kathie krieger December 9, 2015 · 7:58PM:
    I love reading your daily posts but I totally understand why you went to go to three days a week. Why not try it. If it works for you them it works for all of us!!
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:26PM:
      Thank you for reading! :)
      Reply
  • Amy December 9, 2015 · 9:42PM:
    I really enjoy reading your blog every day, but I understand that it takes a lot of time and effort to put up daily posts. Do whichever you feel like and I'll keep reading either way!
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:25PM:
      Appreciate it, Amy! :)
      Reply
  • sally @ sweat out the small stuff
    December 9, 2015 · 10:10PM:
    I like the 3 focused posts per week. But you'll probably have some weeks where you just have more to say. Better to add a post or two than to set expectations for 5 posts a week and then post less right? Either way I'll always pop in. Love reading your blog =)
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:25PM:
      Thank you Sally :)
      Reply
  • Kris S December 10, 2015 · 5:41AM:
    I love your blog and have been a reader from the beginning (obvi!) :) I like all your content! I don't think it's a bad idea to share the same stuff but in more condensed format- people really like seeing what you're up to and your regular life as well, so don't cut it out, but consolidation so that it's spread into fewer posts is not a bad idea :)
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:24PM:
      Thanks, my friend! :)
      Reply
  • Catherine Cormier December 10, 2015 · 8:01AM:
    I like your day-to-day posts as well but totally understand if you would like to post less frequently. Whatever you decided to do, I will certainly continue reading :)
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:24PM:
      Thank you! :)
      Reply
  • Jodi H December 10, 2015 · 8:20AM:
    It seems like my opinion is shared by many others here -- I really, really enjoy your day-to-day posts! They are relatable, succinct and interesting. At the same time, I recognize your need to scale it back to fewer posts, though, given your work and other life demands! Try a different approach and see how it works for you. I'll be a loyal reader no matter what you choose!
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:24PM:
      Thank you so much, Jodi! :)
      Reply
  • LS December 10, 2015 · 8:58AM:
    I love the day to day posts not just because of the content, but because it's inspiration to make healthy choices every day! But I understand that it's a lot of work. It wouldn't require changing the format, but I'd love to hear more about why you choose your eats - how you compose a meal, what goes into your decision-making at restaurants, how you evaluate your Blue Apron meals in terms of nutrition, etc. Is it all about protein/grain/veggie/fat ratios or what sounds appealing or what workout you've done? Whatever changes you make, I'll be reading - your blog gets me outside, gives me recipe ideas, and motivates me to stay on track!
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:24PM:
      Great ideas - thank you for sharing, and for reading! :)
      Reply
  • Teresa December 10, 2015 · 10:13AM:
    Honestly, I skip over your "day in the life" posts and read the recipe & healthy eating/living posts. I'm from the Midwest, so your daily lifestyle posts don't appeal to me as much, because I won't be going to the restaurants/fitness studios/races that you mention. Just like you're getting busier with your career, I'm getting busier in my career (and as a soon-to-be-mom) to keep up with daily blogs. Also, not that you asked this, but I appreciate that you don't overdo it with the sponsored posts. You care about your readers' time, and it shows.
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    • Anne
      December 10, 2015 · 5:23PM:
      Fair enough - thanks for being honest, and thank you for reading! :)
      Reply
  • Kim December 11, 2015 · 9:22AM:
    I look forward to your day to day posts every day! I always learn something from them and they keep me motivated with my eating and exercise :)
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    • Anne
      December 11, 2015 · 11:05AM:
      Thank you, Kim! :)
      Reply
  • chiara December 11, 2015 · 4:19PM:
    Now that you are training for the half marathon, I would love to hear about your training more than once a week!
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  • adrianna December 11, 2015 · 11:01PM:
    i actually just really enjoy your blog in general! you're a very good writing and quite knowledgable in your field. plus my brother lives n DC so its cool to see the spots you go, work-outs you do, etc. anywho, i'll read no matter what :)
    Reply
    • adrianna December 11, 2015 · 11:02PM:
      writer, not writing; oops
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    • Anne
      December 11, 2015 · 11:42PM:
      Aw yay. Thank you! :)
      Reply
  • Andrew Dorko
    December 14, 2015 · 12:51PM:
    I've never really heard of jicama before seeing this recipe. Nevertheless, this looks delicious. Could really take fish to the next level. Thank you for this recipe!
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