Easy Spicy Mexican Coleslaw with Creamy Lime Dressing

5 from 7 ratings

Easy Spicy Mexican Coleslaw with Creamy Lime Dressing

This Mexican Coleslaw Recipe features fresh ingredients like crunchy cabbage, fresh cilantro, green onions, and jalapeños tossed in a creamy lime dressing. Bold flavors, super easy to prep– the best side dish!

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Calories: 200

Author: Natalie

Ingredients

Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lime juice from about 1 juicy lime
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Coleslaw

6 cups shredded green cabbage
1/2 cup cilantro chopped
1/2 cup green onions chopped
1 jalapeno ribs and seeds removed, finely diced

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Instructions

In the bottom of a large bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients and whisk to combine. Taste, and adjust the amount of lime juice or salt if needed.
On top of the dressing, add in the sliced cabbage, cilantro, green onion and jalapeno. Toss to combine.
You can serve it immediately, or it will keep refrigerated in an airtight container for 5 days.

Notes

Serving Tips

Serve this perfect side dish alongside your favorite Mexican dishes! Perfect for a taco Tuesday or Cinco de Mayo, summer cookouts, or if you’re like me and LOVE Mexican food–any weeknight meal!

Storage Tips

Store leftover creamy Mexican coleslaw in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I do not recommend freezing.

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