Cabbage Slaw

This vibrant Cabbage Slaw brings a refreshing crunch to your table, featuring a zesty lime dressing and a hint of spice. Perfect as a gluten-free side dish, it's a delightful complement to any Mexican meal.

Cabbage Slaw
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
90 kcal

Ingredients

  • Green cabbage - 200 grams, finely shredded
  • Carrot - 50 grams, grated
  • Red bell pepper - 50 grams, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro - 15 grams, chopped
  • Lime juice - 30 ml
  • Olive oil - 15 ml
  • Honey - 5 grams (optional)
  • Ground cumin - 1 gram
  • Salt - 1 gram
  • Black pepper - 0.5 grams

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, sliced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey (if using), ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until all the vegetables are evenly coated.
  4. Let the slaw sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 90
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbs: 12 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins C and K from cabbage, supporting immune function and bone health.
  • High in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness.

Tags

MexicanGluten-FreeSide Dish