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Vibrant Mexican Coleslaw

Vibrant Mexican Coleslaw

  • Author: Andy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A zesty, colorful Mexican coleslaw packed with fresh cabbage, sweet peppers, cilantro, and a lime-honey vinaigrette. Perfect for tacos, picnics, or as a bright side dish.


Ingredients

  • Green Cabbage: 3 cups, finely shredded
  • Red Cabbage: 2 cups, finely shredded
  • Carrots: 1 cup, julienned
  • Red Bell Pepper: 1, thinly sliced
  • Jalapeño: 1, finely diced
  • Fresh Cilantro: ½ cup, chopped
  • Red Onion: ½ small, thinly sliced
  • Lime Juice: ¼ cup, freshly squeezed
  • Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Honey: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground Cumin: ½ teaspoon
  • Salt: ¾ teaspoon
  • Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Ensure all tools and bowls are clean and ready.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix all vegetables and herbs.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Whisk lime juice, vinegar, olive oil, honey, cumin, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Pour dressing over slaw and toss thoroughly.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Let it rest for 10–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust lime or seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use a mandoline for finer veggie cuts.
  • For a creamy twist, add a spoonful of Greek yogurt.
  • Store in the fridge up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Add grilled corn or mango for sweet contrast.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Mexican coleslaw, vegan slaw, lime vinaigrette, picnic salad, taco side