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cabbage coleslaw in a bowl.

Mexican Coleslaw Recipe

Julia | The Yummy Bowl
The best and easy mexican slaw made with fresh green and red cabbage, red onion, cilantro, carrots, lime juice and naturally sweetened with a touch of pure honey. Its quick and simple, healthy without addition of mayo. Its perfect to serve with any main course, grilling recipes and of course with tacos.
5 from 9 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Tex-Mex
Servings 5 servings
Calories 73 kcal

INGREDIENTS
  

  • 3 cups coleslaw mix, purple cabbage, green cabbage and carrots
  • 2 teaspoon honey or more to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh garlic, minced or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil, good quality is essential
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar or sub with apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Make the dressing by whisking together honey, salt, pepper, lime juice, fresh garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar. Mix until all combined. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl add coleslaw mix, pinch of salt and black pepper. Massage gently with your hands until the cabbage has softened. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to soften even more and soak up the flavors.
  • Add in red onion, and cilantro. Pour in the dressing and toss to combine. Taste for seasoning.
  • Serve with your favorite tacos, burrito bowls, fajitas and so much more!

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NUTRITION

Calories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 106mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 152IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 0.3mg
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