Spicy Mexican Coleslaw
Transform your next meal with the zesty kick of Spicy Mexican Coleslaw! This vibrant dish combines the crisp crunch of green and red cabbage, earthy carrots, and fresh cilantro with the heat of finely diced jalapeño. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing infused with lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and a tantalizing blend of chili powder and cumin, this coleslaw strikes the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and sweet. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ideal side dish for tacos, grilled meats, or barbecue fare. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or looking to elevate taco night, this bold and colorful recipe is sure to impress. Keyword-rich and flavor-packed, it's everything you crave in a Mexican-inspired slaw!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups, finely shredded Green cabbage
- 2 cups, finely shredded Red cabbage
- 1 cup, grated Carrots
- 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 1 small, finely diced Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, cilantro, and diced jalapeño pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lime juice, or chili powder for extra flavor.
Let the coleslaw sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish, a topping for tacos, or alongside your favorite grilled proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 331 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*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.
