Cilantro Slaw
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this cilantro slaw recipe is a vibrant twist on a classic side dish. Featuring a crisp blend of green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and fragrant cilantro, this slaw is tossed in a light and tangy dressing made with fresh lime juice, olive oil, and a hint of honey (or agave syrup for a vegan-friendly option). A touch of garlic and ground cumin adds depth, while its no-cook preparation makes it perfect for quick weeknight dinners or summer BBQs. Enjoy this versatile slaw as a refreshing side dish, a crunchy topping for tacos, or the perfect partner to grilled meats and sandwiches. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a flavorful way to elevate any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups, thinly shredded Green cabbage
- 2 cups, thinly shredded Red cabbage
- 1 medium, julienned or shredded Carrot
- 1 cup, roughly chopped Cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
- 1 clove, finely minced Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, julienned carrot, and chopped cilantro. Toss them together gently until evenly mixed.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey (or agave syrup), minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more lime juice, salt, or honey according to your preference.
Let the slaw sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour if you prefer it chilled.
Serve as a refreshing side dish, topping for tacos, or complement to grilled meats or sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1426 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 391 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2378 mg | 51% | |
*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.
