Easy Mexican Coleslaw Recipe
Give your tacos a fresh and zesty upgrade with Mexican Coleslaw! This crunchy mix of cabbage, carrots, onion, and jalapeños is tossed in a creamy, tangy lime dressing for the perfect balance of spice and flavor. Whether you’re topping tacos or serving it as a side, this vibrant slaw is a must-try!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 195kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups red cabbage shredded (or green cabbage or a mix of both)
- 1 extra large carrot shredded (about 1 ½ to 1 ¾ cups)
- 2 small green onions sliced
- 2 whole fresh jalapeños or Serranos finely chopped
- ½ cup cilantro finely chopped
- 1 large limes juiced
- ¾ cup dairy-free mayonnaise adjust to taste
- ½ cup dairy-free crema adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- Add the shredded cabbage to a large bowl then add the shredded carrots, chile pepper, and onion and mix until well combined. Season with salt and mix again.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the veggies. Then To the mix veggies add the mayonnaise and crema and mix until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap then place in the refrigerator to rest for at least 30 minutes or until ready to serve. Taste for seasoning before serving.
Notes
You can mix the dressing ingredients in a small jar or separate bowl if you'd like, or don't dirty up an extra dish and mix in right in the bowl.
**PLEASE NOTICE that nutritional information are rough estimates and will depend on the brands and amounts you use.
Nutrition
Serving: 8servings | Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 499mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1857IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.5mg
