Cabbage Turnip Cole Slaw with Jalapeno Dressing
Add a zesty twist to your table with this Cabbage Turnip Cole Slaw with Jalapeno Dressing—a refreshing, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion! Featuring a vibrant blend of shredded green and purple cabbage, crisp julienned turnips and carrots, and a bright pop of fresh cilantro, this slaw offers a delightful crunch in every bite. The creamy jalapeno dressing, made with a tangy mix of mayonnaise, yogurt, lime juice, honey, and a kick of minced jalapeno, ties it all together with the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile recipe is a must-try side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or as a bold topping for tacos, burgers, or sandwiches. Perfectly chilled and bursting with flavor, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 cups (shredded) Purple cabbage
- 2 medium (peeled and julienned) Turnips
- 2 medium (peeled and julienned) Carrots
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 1 large (seeded and minced) Jalapeno pepper
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, julienned turnips, and carrots.
Add the chopped cilantro and toss the vegetables together to distribute evenly.
In a separate smaller bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, plain yogurt, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, minced jalapeno pepper, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the jalapeno dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
Toss the salad thoroughly to coat all the vegetables with the dressing.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, gently toss the slaw again and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve as a side dish or use as a topping for tacos, sandwiches, or burgers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.3 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 243 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 1988 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.9 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 472 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1777 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
