Cilantro Slaw

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this cilantro slaw recipe is a vibrant twist on a classic side dish. Featuring a crisp blend of green and red cabbage, sweet carrots, and fragrant cilantro, this slaw is tossed in a light and tangy dressing made with fresh lime juice, olive oil, and a hint of honey (or agave syrup for a vegan-friendly option). A touch of garlic and ground cumin adds depth, while its no-cook preparation makes it perfect for quick weeknight dinners or summer BBQs. Enjoy this versatile slaw as a refreshing side dish, a crunchy topping for tacos, or the perfect partner to grilled meats and sandwiches. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a flavorful way to elevate any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups, thinly shredded Green cabbage
• 2 cups, thinly shredded Red cabbage
• 1 medium, julienned or shredded Carrot
• 1 cup, roughly chopped Cilantro leaves
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
• 1 clove, finely minced Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, julienned carrot, and chopped cilantro. Toss them together gently until evenly mixed.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey (or agave syrup), minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more lime juice, salt, or honey according to your preference.

Step 5

Let the slaw sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour if you prefer it chilled.

Step 6

Serve as a refreshing side dish, topping for tacos, or complement to grilled meats or sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(828.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	531.5

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1426.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.9g
Protein 11.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 390.6mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 2378.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.1%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 44.9%