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Creamy Cilantro-Lime Coleslaw

Fresh, crunchy green cabbage and carrots tossed with cilantro, onion, and a creamy lime dressing. A bright, easy no-cook side dish for tacos, barbecue, burgers, and grilled chicken. Serves 8.
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Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican-inspired
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups finely shredded green cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded red onion or sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • Box grater or food processor
  • whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Salad tongs or large spoons
  • Citrus zester
  • Citrus juicer

Method
 

  1. Remove damaged cabbage leaves and core. Finely shred the cabbage to measure 8 cups.
  2. Shred the carrots, slice the onion, chop the cilantro, and finely dice the optional jalapeño.
  3. Combine cabbage, carrots, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk mayonnaise, Greek yogurt or sour cream, fresh lime juice, lime zest, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
  5. Taste the dressing and adjust with additional lime juice or honey if desired.
  6. Pour the dressing over the vegetables. Toss gently until the vegetables have an even coating.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  8. Toss gently before serving. Garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 440mgPotassium: 390mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 570IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prep time: 15 minutes. Chill time: 20–30 minutes. Total time: 35–45 minutes. Servings: 8. Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor. Replace Greek yogurt with sour cream if desired. For the crispest results, refrigerate dressing and vegetables separately until 20–30 minutes before serving. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and enjoy within 1–2 days for best quality. Nutrition values are approximate per serving.

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