Description
Cilantro Lime Slaw is a vibrant and zesty side dish that brings a refreshing crunch to your meals. This quick and easy recipe features fresh vegetables combined with a tangy lime vinaigrette, making it a perfect topping for tacos or a delightful salad on its own. With no mayonnaise involved, this slaw remains light and healthy, making it an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners. Ready in just 5 minutes, you can whip it up effortlessly to impress your guests with its colorful presentation and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 ounces thinly sliced cabbage
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Combine the cabbage, red onion, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl; toss gently.
- In a measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and mix thoroughly using tongs or forks.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg