Texas Coleslaw

Brighten up your backyard barbecues and weeknight dinners with this vibrant and zesty Texas Coleslaw! Featuring a colorful medley of fresh green and red cabbage, crunchy carrots, sweet red bell pepper, and a kick of heat from jalapeño, this recipe puts a bold Southwestern spin on the classic coleslaw. Tossed in a creamy dressing infused with honey, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and ground cumin, this side dish delivers the perfect balance of tangy, smoky, and slightly sweet flavors. The addition of fresh cilantro takes it to the next level, making it a refreshing yet satisfying complement to grilled meats, tacos, or sandwiches. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, no-cook recipe is a crowd-pleaser perfect for picnics, potlucks, and beyond.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 0.5 medium head Red cabbage
• 2 large Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the green cabbage and red cabbage into thin shreds and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrots, then add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and finely chop the jalapeño pepper after removing seeds and membranes. Add both to the vegetable mix.

Step 4

Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl for a burst of flavor and color.

Step 5

In a smaller mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth and well blended to create the dressing.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, give the coleslaw one final toss to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1264.7 grams (1264.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1743

Total Fat 134.50g	172%
Saturated Fat 12.20g	61%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 177mg	59%
Sodium 2213mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 134.70g	49%
Dietary Fiber 24.90g	89%
Total Sugars 61.30g
Protein 12.10g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 391mg	30%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 2383mg	51%

*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: 67.3%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 30.0%