Red Cabbage Slaw with Lime and Cilantro
In short: Thinly shredded red cabbage with red onion, cilantro, chili and a lime-cumin dressing. A bright, crunchy topping for tacos, burgers and fish. It takes about 15 min in total and makes 6 servings.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Resting
- 20 min
- Total
- 15 min
- Servings
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 105 kcal
Red cabbage is sturdier than green, so a slaw made from it stays crisp for days, and the deep purple color looks striking on a plate. This one is dressed with lime juice, olive oil and cumin, with cilantro, red onion and a little chili for freshness and heat. It is the slaw to pile onto fish or chicken tacos, grilled sausages, burgers and rice bowls, and there is no mayonnaise to keep cold.
Instructions
- Cut the red cabbage into quarters, remove the core and shred it as thinly as possible with a sharp knife or the slicing disc of a food processor. Put it in a large bowl.
- Add the red onion, chili and cilantro.
- Whisk the lime juice, olive oil, sugar, cumin and salt in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage and toss well, massaging the cabbage with your hands for a minute to soften it.
- Let it stand for 20 minutes at room temperature, until the cabbage turns bright pink and softens a little.
- Toss again and taste, adjusting the salt and lime juice before serving.
Tips
- The lime juice turns the cabbage a vivid pink as it sits, so do not worry when the color changes. Dress it a little ahead for the best color and texture.
- Sliced radishes, mango or pineapple add sweetness, and toasted pumpkin seeds add crunch. Use mint if you do not like cilantro.
Questions and answers
How long does red cabbage slaw keep?
It keeps for 4 days in the fridge, because red cabbage is sturdy. It softens and releases some liquid, so drain it before serving.
Can I use green cabbage?
Yes, but the color will be different and the cabbage slightly milder and softer. Use the same amounts.
What do you serve red cabbage slaw with?
It is a classic topping for tacos and grilled fish, and a good side for burgers, sausages and barbecue.
How long does it take to make Red Cabbage Slaw with Lime and Cilantro?
About 15 min in total: 15 min of preparation and 0 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Red Cabbage Slaw with Lime and Cilantro?
About 105 kcal per serving, with 2 g of protein, 10 g of carbohydrates and 7 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 105 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
