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Mexican Coleslaw with Lime Juice and Cilantro

Crunchy Mexican Coleslaw with Lime Juice and Cilantro Bliss

A vibrant Mexican coleslaw with lime juice and cilantro that packs a zesty punch and satisfying crunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 4 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 2 cups red cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup carrot grated
  • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper finely minced
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Equipment

  • Mandoline
  • Mixing Bowl
  • box grater
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by thinly slicing the green and red cabbages using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. Grate the carrot and add it to the bowl with the cabbage.
  3. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
  4. Coarsely chop the fresh cilantro and mix it in.
  5. Finely mince the jalapeño and fold it into the slaw ingredients.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, and ground cumin until smooth.
  7. Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss gently to coat.
  8. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Allow the coleslaw to sit for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor, and consider chilling the slaw for an hour to enhance taste.

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