Mexican Coleslaw (Sans Mayo)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2

Mexican Coleslaw (Sans Mayo) Recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup cilantro , chopped
	1/4 cup rice vinegar
	2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	14 ounces Coleslaw ( about 6 cups green cabbage , sliced very thinly , and 1 1/2 cups carrots , peeled and grated )

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Mexican Coleslaw is a fresh and wholesome twist on classic coleslaw side dish, that is an excellent side to any grilled meat or fish dish. This recipe is a great way to incorporate crunch and flavor into a salad while avoiding the high-calorie count typically found in coleslaw recipes containing mayonnaise. The flavors of cilantro and rice vinegar in this recipe pair well with the veggies making it simply amazing!

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, whisk together the cilantro, rice vinegar, olive oil, and salt to make the dressing. Set aside.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the Coleslaw mix with the dressing, toss well to combine.
3.	Allow the coleslaw to sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and to soften the cabbage just a bit. Toss a few times during this time period.
4.	Serve the Mexican Coleslaw and enjoy!

PROS

This Mexican Coleslaw is fresh, healthy, and perfectly crisp, it is a perfect side dish to any meal.

This coleslaw is also vegan-friendly, low-carb, gluten-free, and a great way to enjoy veggies in a flavorful way.

CONS

This recipe is definitely lighter in texture than the traditional mayonnaise-based coleslaw recipe.

If you are used to a creamier and tangier coleslaw, you might find this one to taste differently than what you would expect.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Mexican Coleslaw recipe is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals.
Cabbage is loaded with Vitamins C and K and is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.
Cilantro is a great source of dietary fiber and is loaded with antioxidants.
Rice vinegar is known to improve gut health and aids in digestion.