A little bit of spice, cilantro, fresh slaw, and a touch of sweetness makes this Mexican Coleslaw Salad a perfect side salad for your next Mexican meal.
We were having friends over for a Mexican bar style dinner. I had the usual taco fixings, rice, and Carolina Mud Spicy Bean Dip. I wanted a side dish that went along with the theme that was fresh and flavorful. That is when I came up with the idea of kicking a little Mexican into my coleslaw recipe by adding cumin, some heat, and cilantro.
It was easy and quick to prepare and I was able to do it several hours before company arrived. The salad was a hit with everyone.
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Mexican Coleslaw Salad
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Ingredients
- 16 oz cole slaw mix bag of 3-Color Deli Cole Slaw family size
- 1/2 cup cilantro fresh roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice fresh squeezed
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce more if you like it spicy
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapenos chopped fine: optional- if you like it spicy
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Instructions
- Combine all ingredients, except deli coleslaw mix, into a large bowl.
- Whisk until sugar is disolved and all is blended
- Add deli coleslaw mix and toss until well coated.
- Serve chilled.
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Strength and Sunshine
Fantastic healthy twist! I love it!
Laura
Fantastic recipe. 2nd time no hot sauce in the house, tossed in 1 T chili powder and 1 top red pepper flakes. Added 2 tsp honey. Worked very well.
Gina
Thanks, Laura! I like the idea of adding chili powder, honey, and red pepper flakes, great idea.