Citrus Coleslaw
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Citrus Coleslaw, a zesty twist on a classic side dish. Featuring a vibrant medley of crisp green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and a tangy citrus dressing made with fresh orange and lime juice, this coleslaw is as flavorful as it is colorful. The addition of orange and lime zest, a touch of honey, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro elevates the dish with layers of sweet, tart, and herbaceous notes. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood, this quick 15-minute recipe is big on flavor and even better when made ahead to let the bold flavors meld. With its fresh, healthy ingredients and no-cook simplicity, this Citrus Coleslaw is a versatile crowd-pleaser you’ll keep coming back to.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Green cabbage
- 2 cups Red cabbage
- 1 cup Carrots
- 0.25 cup Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Fresh orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh lime zest
Instructions
Thinly slice the green cabbage and red cabbage, and grate the carrots. Combine them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Pour the citrus dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture, and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients.
Add the fresh cilantro, orange zest, and lime zest, and toss again to evenly distribute.
Let the coleslaw sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
Serve immediately for a crisp texture, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for a more marinated coleslaw.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1372 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1710 mg | 36% | |
*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.
