Sonoran Coleslaw
Bright, zesty, and bursting with Southwestern flavor, this Sonoran Coleslaw is the perfect upgrade to your classic slaw recipe! Featuring a vibrant mix of green and red cabbage, crisp carrots, and sweet red bell peppers, this coleslaw gets a bold kick from finely diced jalapeño and fresh cilantro. The creamy dressing blends tangy Greek yogurt, a hint of honey, smoky paprika, and ground cumin, tied together with a pop of fresh lime juice for a truly unique flavor profile. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dish is ideal as a refreshing side, a taco topping, or a flavorful companion to grilled meats. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or shaking up your weekly dinners, this Sonoran Coleslaw is a must-try for a delicious Southwestern twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups, shredded Green cabbage
- 2 cups, shredded Red cabbage
- 1 large, julienned or shredded Carrot
- 1 medium, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
- 1 small, finely diced (optional) Jalapeño
- 0.25 cup, chopped Cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, red bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro. Toss to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, honey, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, then toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly.
Taste the coleslaw and adjust seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or lime juice as needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Sonoran Coleslaw chilled as a side dish or as a topping for tacos, sandwiches, or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1137 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.7 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1573 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1238 mg | 26% | |
*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.
