Mom’s Mexican Red Cabbage Slaw
Enjoy a twist on traditional coleslaw with this Mexican red cabbage slaw. This recipe is a vibrant mix of colors, crunch, zesty citrus, and spice. Turning simple ingredients into a refreshing fiesta in your mouth. Get ready to elevate your meals with this easy, flavorful, and visually stunning side dish.
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Ingredient Notes
- Cilantro – It’s a love or hate when it comes to cilantro BUT this recipe wouldn’t be the same without it.
- Lemon – Lime is a bit more tart but can easily be swapped or preferred for this recipe, the choice is yours.
- Red/Green Cabbage– I like to mix the two because it makes the dish vibrantly beautiful but you can absolutely go with one or the other.
Mexican Slaw Ingredients:
- 1/2 head of red cabbage
- 1/2 head of green cabbage
- 1-3 jalapeno (depending on how much heat you want)
- 1 can crushed pineapple
- Juice of 2 large lemons or lime
- 1/2 cup of cilantro
Tools used:
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Lemon Juicer
- Tongs
How To Make Mexican Coleslaw:
- Finely chop red and green cabbage, cilantro, and jalapeno and add to a large mixing bowl.
- Add pre-shredded carrots and canned crushed pineapple.
- Juice lemon or lime juice and add to the mixing bowl.
- Adjust ingredients as necessary by adding more of anything to satisfy your dish.
- Chill for 1-2 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled.
Frequently asked questions:
What is Mexican slaw made of?
Mexican slaw, AKA “Mexican coleslaw,” is a mix of fresh veggies, herbs, and a zesty dressing. Typically includes different types of cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, cilantro, jalapenos, or serrano peppers, may include red onion, choice of citrus like lime or lemon and sometimes tossed with cumin.
Is coleslaw healthy or unhealthy Why?
Coleslaw can be healthy or unhealthy based on the type of ingredients used. If the slaw is prepped with more fresh veggies and light dressing you can make slaw more nutrient-rich and full of fiber, however, using heavy/full-fat mayo for example can quickly increase calorie density and higher fat content.
Pair this Mexican Red Slaw With…
Mexican Red Cabbage Slaw
Ingredients
- 1/2 Chopped Red cabbage
- 1/2 Chopped green Cabbage
- 1-3 Jalapeno depending on how much heat you want
- 1 can Crushed pineapple
- 2-3 Large lemon or lime
- 1/2 Chopped cilantro
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Finely chop red and green cabbage, cilantro, and jalapeno and add to a large mixing bowl.
- Add pre-shredded carrots and canned crushed pineapple.
- Juice lemon or lime juice and add to the mixing bowl.
- Adjust ingredients as necessary by adding more of anything to satisfy your dish.
- Chill for 1-2 hours or overnight. Serve chilled.
Nutrition
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Nutrition & Mineral Insight:
Red cabbage is not only low in calories but also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, which supports the immune system, and vitamin K. Additionally, red cabbage provides dietary fiber, contributing to digestive health. Incorporating this colorful vegetable into your diet can contribute to overall well-being.
Cilantro is a nutritional powerhouse with antioxidant-rich compounds. Packed with vitamins and minerals, cilantro contributes to heart health, digestive function, and potential anti-inflammatory effects.
Lemons are full of vitamin C and antioxidants that can help boost the immune system and have been said to aid in weight management. Lemons are alkaline in nature due to their rich mineral content of potassium, calcium, and magnesium helping to balance the body’s pH levels in metabolized.
