Mexican Coleslaw Sans Mayo
Bright, zesty, and utterly refreshing, this Mexican Coleslaw Sans Mayo is a vibrant twist on the classic coleslaw, perfect for those seeking a lighter, dairy-free option. Packed with a colorful medley of shredded green and red cabbage, crisp carrots, red bell pepper, and a generous handful of fresh cilantro, this recipe is bursting with fresh flavors. The tangy lime-cilantro vinaigrette, sweetened with a touch of honey and spiced with ground cumin, ties it all together beautifully, offering a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this Mexican coleslaw makes an ideal side dish for tacos, grilled meats, or any Mexican-inspired feast. With keywords like "dairy-free coleslaw," "Mexican coleslaw recipe," and "healthy coleslaw without mayo," this dish will quickly become a summer table staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
- 1 cup (shredded) Carrots
- 1 (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
- 1 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 4 stalks (thinly sliced) Green onion
- 1 (finely chopped, optional) Jalapeño
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño (if using). Toss well to mix the vegetables evenly.
In a small bowl or a mason jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and well combined.
Pour the lime-cilantro vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
Toss the coleslaw thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
Taste the coleslaw and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve cold as a side dish with your favorite Mexican-inspired recipes, grilled dishes, or tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2555 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.8 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1881 mg | 40% | |
*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.
