Jicama Cilantro Red Cabbage Slaw

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Jicama Cilantro Red Cabbage Slaw—a crisp and refreshing side dish bursting with flavor and color! Featuring crunchy matchstick-cut jicama, shredded red cabbage, and carrots, this slaw delivers the perfect balance of textures. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing sweetened with a hint of honey and finished with fresh cilantro, it’s a healthy and versatile addition to any meal. With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this slaw is the ultimate quick and easy recipe for summer barbecues, taco nights, or as a topping for grilled proteins and sandwiches. Naturally gluten-free and loaded with vibrant veggies, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing twist on classic coleslaw!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium (about 1 pound) Jicama
• 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
• 2 medium (shredded) Carrots
• 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the jicama and cut it into thin matchstick-sized strips. Alternatively, use a mandoline slicer for uniform pieces.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, jicama sticks, and chopped cilantro.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well-mixed.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 6

Let the slaw sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a vibrant side dish or use it to top tacos, sandwiches, or grilled proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	872.6 grams (872.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	575

Total Fat 29.00g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.60g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1344mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 78.20g	28%
Dietary Fiber 30.50g	109%
Total Sugars 27.20g
Protein 7.00g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1659mg	35%

*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: 43.4%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 52.0%