Spicy Chipotle Cole Slaw
Give your classic coleslaw a bold and smoky twist with this Spicy Chipotle Cole Slaw! This vibrant side dish combines crisp green and red cabbage, sweet shredded carrots, and a creamy dressing infused with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for a kick of heat. A touch of honey, fresh lime juice, and apple cider vinegar add a tangy-sweet balance, while ground cumin and cilantro bring depth of flavor and a fresh finish. Perfect as a zesty side for barbecues or as a topping for tacos and sandwiches, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes of prep time. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, and serve chilled for the ultimate smoky, spicy, and refreshing slaw experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Green cabbage
- 0.5 medium head Red cabbage
- 2 large Carrots
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon Adobo sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the green and red cabbage, then slice both finely into thin strips using a sharp knife or mandoline. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and shred the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Add the shredded carrots to the bowl with the cabbage.
In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Pour the chipotle dressing over the shredded cabbage and carrots. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
Finely chop the cilantro and sprinkle it over the cole slaw. Gently fold it in to distribute.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt, pepper, or lime juice to taste). Serve chilled as a side dish or as a topping for sandwiches or tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 88.9 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 3435 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.2 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2182 mg | 46% | |
*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.
