This Creamy Cilantro Lime Coleslaw is the ultimate summer side dish! With a tangy homemade dressing and loaded with herbs this easy coleslaw recipe pairs perfectly with everything from barbecue to tacos.
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Creamy, tangy and herbaceous this easy coleslaw recipe is full of flavor. Starting with a simple homemade dressing of mayo,a double dose of lime, honey and a splash of apple cider vinegar this cole slaw is fresh and light. Crisp cabbage, green onions and a generous dose of cilantro provide a nice texture and a ton of flavor for this slaw.
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise or greek yogurt (you can also use greek yogurt or sour cream)
- Honey (or agave syrup)
- Apple cider vinegar
- Fresh lime zest
- Fresh lime juice
- Kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
- Green cabbage
- Red cabbage
- Green onions
- Cilantro
What to Serve with Cilantro Lime Slaw
This creamy coleslaw is quite versatile and is the perfect summer side dish! Pair it with cookout favorites like Smoked Spatchock Chicken , Smoked Tri Tip or Grilled Skirt Steak with Avocado Tomato Salad. With loads of fresh cilantro this coleslaw is also great for fish tacos, Chipotle Chicken Tacos, your favorite Mexican dishes or burrito bowls.
Cooking Tips
- For ease you can substitute the green and red cabbage with 4 cups of bagged coleslaw mix
- To shred the cabbage you can use a food processor or chop with a sturdy knife
- Instead of mayo you can substitute plain Greek yogurt or sour cream in the coleslaw dressing
- You can use agave syrup instead of honey for a bit of sweetness
- Customize your coleslaw by adding in shredded carrots, thinly sliced red bell peppers or diced jalapeno peppers
How to Make Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
Start by making a simple coleslaw dressing. In a large bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, lime zest and juice, salt and pepper until well combined.
Add in the green and purple cabbage, cilantro and green onions. Toss the cabbage mixture together with the dressing ingredients ensuring the cabbage is fully coated by the dressing. Serve as desired.
Storage
This coleslaw is best served fresh but you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Creamy Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
Equipment
- 1 large bowl
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lime zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 cups green cabbage thinly sliced
- 2 cups red cabbage thinly sliced
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1/2 cup cilantro roughly chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, lime zest and juice, salt and pepper until well combined.
- Add in the green and red cabbage, cilantro and green onions. Toss the coleslaw together ensuring the cabbage is fully coated by the dressing.
- Serve as desired.
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