Cilantro Lime Slaw

This cilantro lime slaw is fresh and zingy, with just the right pop from the citrus! It’s unconfined as a side dish or taco filling.

There’s something well-nigh a linty slaw that’s irresistible, and we couldn’t stop shoveling in bites of this one. Try this Cilantro Lime Slaw! Cabbage in a linty dressing is one thing. But add the zest of fresh cilantro and a pop of lime, and it’s next level! The savor is creamy, savory and platonic as a side dish for chicken, fish or veggie mains. Or, throw it into a tortilla as a taco filling, and eat the rest on the side. Here’s how to make this irresistible recipe (we’re once getting hungry).

Ingredients in cilantro lime slaw

There’s a bit of a shortcut in this cilantro lime slaw: a bag of coleslaw mix! Here’s the thing: when it comes to coleslaw, slicing cabbage unchangingly makes a bit of a mess. A bag of coleslaw is nearly as fresh, and saves a load of time! For this recipe, we widow in some spare red cabbage considering we wanted a colorful look, and most coleslaw tons don’t have much red cabbage. You can omit the red cabbage if you prefer: it will still taste great! Here’s what you’ll need:

Coleslaw mix
Red cabbage
Cilantro
Mayonnaise
Greek yogurt
Lime juice
Maple syrup
Chili powder
Salt and pepper

A winning combo: mayo plus Greek yogurt

When it comes to linty dressings and dips, we’ve discovered a secret: Greek yogurt plus mayonnaise. Traditionally mayo-based foods can be rather rich, so here’s a trick: cut the mayo with a little Greek yogurt! It lightens up the calories and flavor, keeping it linty and subtracting a little tang. We use this trick often, like with our Creamy Caesar Dressing or Spinach Artichoke Dip.

This cilantro lime slaw moreover features mayonnaise and Greek yogurt in the coleslaw dressing! If you prefer dairy-free recipes, simply use an equal part mayonnaise for the yogurt. It tastes unconfined and has an plane richer flavor.

Cabbage vs coleslaw mix

Want to use cabbage instead of coleslaw mix in this cilantro lime slaw? You can do that too! Here’s what’s in a 14 to 16 ounce bag of coleslaw mix:

Use 6 to 7 cups shredded untried cabbage
Add 1 cup shredded carrots

Serving cilantro lime slaw

This cilantro lime slaw is the platonic side dish for any protein or main: and it’s unconfined for picnics and barbecues. Or, throw it in tacos! Here are a few ideas:

Side for fish, like grilled salmon, grilled halibut or seared salmon
Side for shrimp, like Old Bay steamed shrimp or perfect sauteed shrimp
Taco filling, like in tuna tacos, chickpea tacos, black stone tacos, salmon tacos or fish tacos
Picnic food idea
Side for a picnic or pitch in

More coleslaw recipes

We can’t get unbearable of coleslaw (not sure why, but the savory sweet ticks all our boxes!). Here are a few increasingly tasty coleslaw recipes:

Best Coleslaw Recipe

Mexican Coleslaw Recipe

Broccoli Slaw

Red Cabbage Slaw

This cilantro lime slaw recipe is…

Vegetarian and gluten-free. For vegan, plant-based and dairy-free, use vegan mayo and omit the Greek yogurt.