Mexican Coleslaw Sans Mayo

Bright, zesty, and utterly refreshing, this Mexican Coleslaw Sans Mayo is a vibrant twist on the classic coleslaw, perfect for those seeking a lighter, dairy-free option. Packed with a colorful medley of shredded green and red cabbage, crisp carrots, red bell pepper, and a generous handful of fresh cilantro, this recipe is bursting with fresh flavors. The tangy lime-cilantro vinaigrette, sweetened with a touch of honey and spiced with ground cumin, ties it all together beautifully, offering a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this Mexican coleslaw makes an ideal side dish for tacos, grilled meats, or any Mexican-inspired feast. With keywords like "dairy-free coleslaw," "Mexican coleslaw recipe," and "healthy coleslaw without mayo," this dish will quickly become a summer table staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
• 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
• 1 cup (shredded) Carrots
• 1 (thinly sliced) Red bell pepper
• 1 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 4 stalks (thinly sliced) Green onion
• 1 (finely chopped, optional) Jalapeño
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño (if using). Toss well to mix the vegetables evenly.

Step 2

In a small bowl or a mason jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and well combined.

Step 3

Pour the lime-cilantro vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.

Step 4

Toss the coleslaw thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.

Step 5

Taste the coleslaw and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.

Step 6

Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve cold as a side dish with your favorite Mexican-inspired recipes, grilled dishes, or tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	882.8 grams (882.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	698

Total Fat 44.20g	57%
Saturated Fat 6.90g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2555mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 75.80g	28%
Dietary Fiber 19.50g	70%
Total Sugars 44.10g
Protein 10.20g	20%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 314mg	24%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1881mg	40%

*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: 53.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 40.9%