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quick coleslaw recipe
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This quick coleslaw recipe features a vibrant, smoky-sweet dressing made with smoked paprika and lime, offering a zesty alternative to traditional creamy coleslaw.
Ingredients
- 400 g green cabbage, finely shredded
- 200 g red cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 large carrots, grated or julienned
- 180 ml (0.75 cup) mayonnaise
- 30 ml (2 tablespoons) fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 15 ml (1 tablespoon) apple cider vinegar
- 15 ml (1 tablespoon) maple syrup
- 5 ml (1 teaspoon) smoked paprika, plus extra for garnish
- 2.5 ml garlic powder
- 2.5 ml onion powder
- 2.5 ml sea salt
- 1.25 ml black pepper
- 15 g (0.25 cup) fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Rinse and pat dry both green and red cabbage. Finely shred the cabbages (1/8-1/4 inch wide) using a sharp knife or mandoline. Peel and grate or julienne the carrots. Place all shredded vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk the Dressing: In a separate medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and homogeneous.
- Combine and Chill: Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables in the large bowl. Gently toss all ingredients together using tongs until every piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (1-2 hours ideal) to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Spoon the chilled coleslaw into a serving bowl. Dust lightly with extra smoked paprika and sprinkle generously with chopped fresh cilantro immediately before serving.
Notes
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld; for best results, chill for 1-2 hours. If the coleslaw looks dry after chilling, add another splash of lime juice or mayo. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 170 calories
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg