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Mexican Coleslaw

15-Minute Mexican Coleslaw That’s Addictively Crunchy


  • Author: Patricia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing Mexican-inspired coleslaw with a creamy dressing and bold flavors.


Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 20 ounce (2 10-ounce) bags pre-shredded coleslaw mix (shredded carrots, shredded red cabbage, and shredded green cabbage)
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 15.25 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 14.75 ounce can fire-roasted corn, drained
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh jalapeno pepper, veins and seeds removed
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus additional for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, taco seasoning, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add coleslaw mix, red bell pepper, black beans, corn, jalapeno, and cilantro to the bowl.
  3. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Garnish with additional cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier coleslaw, leave some jalapeno seeds in the mix.
  • This dish tastes best when chilled for a few hours before serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Mexican coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, no-cook side dish