Mexican Coleslaw

Last updated on August 9th, 2019 at 10:04 am

This easy Mexican Coleslaw is all of your favourite Mexican flavours mixed into a healthier and lighter coleslaw. Shredded cabbage, carrots and onion in a creamy yoghurt based dressing with cumin, chilli and paprika. Add it to tacos, burgers, salads and sandwiches.

What Is Mexican Coleslaw?

Coleslaw is a must at any BBQ or summer event, but the same classic coleslaw can get a little boring. Why not mix it up with this spicy and zesty Mexican inspired version that will be sure to wow your guests.

What makes it Mexican? We mixed all our favourite Mexican flavours, like chilli, cumin, lime, paprika and coriander in to some yoghurt and then mixed that through the crunch vegetables. I ate something very similar with some fish tacos in San Diego once, and I have been making this at home ever since.

No Mayo Coleslaw

Although I like regular coleslaw just as much as the next person, I find the mayonnaise way too overpowering and I just end up feeling a bit queasy after.

I prefer coleslaw that has a vinegar base and a little bit of creaminess, rather than just all creamy as I think it allows for the other flavours to come through. With a Mexican flavoured coleslaw, it is all about allowing the flavours to shine. We went with Greek yoghurt instead of mayo, so you still get some creaminess, but it isn’t overpowering.

There really isn’t a whole lot of effort that needs to go in to this recipe, as it’s one of those “chop everything up and throw it in to a bowl and mix” kind of things. Aren’t they the best recipes?

If you want something easy to take to a party to add to the buffet table, or a side to take to a BBQ, this is perfect. We have made this for so many different people and everyone loves it and I always wish I had made more.

Coleslaw is seen as being a really unhealthy side dish, but it doesn’t have to be that way. With our lighter yoghurt based dressing and a tonne of crunchy veg, you have yourself a filling and light side dish that is packed with vitamins.

Our Mexican coleslaw has plenty of crunch from the cabbage, carrots and spring onions and then loads of zesty flavour from the lime and a little kick from the chilli and paprika. Make a batch today and enjoy finding lots of different ways to use it.

How Spicy Is Mexican Coleslaw?

We like things spicy, so this version does have a fair amount of heat to it. But, if you want to cool things down, you could either use less chilli or remove the seeds from the chilli first.

You could always serve the chillies up separately and let everyone top their own coleslaw with them if they want some firey hot coleslaw.

What To Serve It With

The beauty of this is there are so many different things you can serve it with. Add some crunch to Mexican Bean Burgers, pack out these Chicken Tacos with it, or just serve it on the side of this Mexican Pizza. It goes well in any sandwich, or on the side of some grilled chicken at a BBQ.

How To Make Mexican Coleslaw

Other Coleslaw Recipes To Try:

Broccoli Slaw
Super Seeded Slaw
Butternut Squash Coleslaw
Cranberry Pecan Slaw
Crunchy Asian Slaw

Some extra tips for this Mexican Coleslaw:

• Make this a more filling side dish by adding some black beans or grilled corn.
• If you don’t like the tartness of Greek yoghurt, you could swap it for mayo in the dressing, but it would change the nutritional value considerably.

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Mexican Coleslaw

All of your favourite Mexican flavours mixed in to a healthier and lighter coleslaw. Add it to tacos, burgers, salads and sandwiches. This is a side dish you need to try.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: coleslaw recipe, mexican recipe, mexican side, side dish

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Resting time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 93kcal

Ingredients

UK measures - US measures

• 2 Carrots peeled
• 400 g White cabbage
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 Spring onions (scallions) finely sliced
• 2 tbsp Cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 2 tbsp Fresh coriander (cilantro) chopped
• 1 Red chilli Finely sliced
• 1 Clove of garlic crushed
• 1 pinch Sea salt and pepper
• 1 Lime juice only
• 2 tbsp Greek yoghurt

Instructions

• Shred the carrot and white cabbage and put in a large bowl.
• Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Leave for 30 minutes before serving. Mix once again before serving.

Notes

• Make this a more filling side dish by adding some black beans or grilled corn.
• If you don't like the tartness of Greek yoghurt, you could swap it for mayo in the dressing, but it would change the nutritional value considerably.

Nutrition Facts

Mexican Coleslaw

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 93 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Sodium 125mg5%

Potassium 293mg8%

Carbohydrates 9g3%

Fiber 3g12%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 5500IU110%

Vitamin C 42.9mg52%

Calcium 70mg7%

Iron 0.9mg5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.