Jicama Cilantro Red Cabbage Slaw
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Jicama Cilantro Red Cabbage Slaw—a crisp and refreshing side dish bursting with flavor and color! Featuring crunchy matchstick-cut jicama, shredded red cabbage, and carrots, this slaw delivers the perfect balance of textures. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing sweetened with a hint of honey and finished with fresh cilantro, it’s a healthy and versatile addition to any meal. With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this slaw is the ultimate quick and easy recipe for summer barbecues, taco nights, or as a topping for grilled proteins and sandwiches. Naturally gluten-free and loaded with vibrant veggies, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing twist on classic coleslaw!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 1 pound) Jicama
- 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
- 2 medium (shredded) Carrots
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchstick-sized strips. Alternatively, use a mandoline slicer for uniform pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, jicama sticks, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well-mixed.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
Let the slaw sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a vibrant side dish or use it to top tacos, sandwiches, or grilled proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1344 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1659 mg | 35% | |
*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.
