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Mexican coleslaw in a bowl beside a set of wooden salad servers.
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Mexican Coleslaw

Using a prepared coleslaw mix slashes time in this easy, zesty and flavorful Mexican Coleslaw.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

For the cabbage mixture:

  • 1 (14 ounce) bag prepared coleslaw mix (deli-style)*
  • 2 medium jalapeño peppers seeded and diced (about ¼ cup diced)
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • cup tightly packed chopped fresh cilantro

For the dressing:

  • cup olive oil
  • cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  • Toss the coleslaw mix, jalapeño peppers, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.  Set aside.
  • Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, lime zest, salt, pepper, garlic, and cumin in a small bowl.  Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • *The bagged coleslaw mix yields about 7 ½ cups.  If you want to make your own coleslaw mix, use a mixture of 7 cups of shredded (or very thinly sliced) green and red cabbage and ½ cup of shredded carrots.
  • This is best when served 20 to 30 minutes after refrigerating.