taco slaw

Mexican Slaw with jalapeño and lime- perfect for tacos or a vegan side to your Mexican Feast. Fast and easy and Vegan!

Mexican Slaw

1 pound thinly sliced or shredded cabbage

¼ cup very thinly sliced red onion, more to taste

cilantro

¼ –½ of a jalapeño, finely chopped, more to taste

lime zest

¼ cup fresh lime juice, more to taste

tablespoons olive oil

½ teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste

cumin

coriander

pepper

Shred the cabbage by very thinly slicing or use a mandolin. If making an extra-large batch using your food processor with grater attachment is a good option.

Add the cilantro, onion (see note), jalapeno, lime zest and lime juice, olive oil,  salt, cumin, coriander and pepper.

Toss well. Taste and adjust salt and lime. Add extra jalapeno if you like.

Delicious topped on fish and shrimp tacos!!

So good!  I make the roasted cauliflower bowl for dinner then have leftover coleslaw for lunch the next day 😋 try mango balsamic vinegar mixed in!

What can you substitute for a jalapeno that is a mild pepper? Needs to be mild for seniors to eat.

Great slaw for tacos and grain bowls... this is a mainstay in our kitchen.
Thank you

This was a perfect accompaniment to burritos. It seemed to add extra crunch and a great seasoned spiciness. I had all the ingredients and it came together  easily! Thanks so much. I am loving your recipes!

Made this for Cinco de Mayo and it was fabulous.  I put it right inside my tacos (with Sylvia’s Smokey chipotle mushrooms) and it was perfect.  Only wish I’d made it earlier and let it sit for the flavors to meld a bit, tho.  Next time.

I love this!  I used carrots and red cabbage and it was pleasing to both the eye and tummy :)  Not to mention...so nutritious!  Thank you, Sylvia!!

Every time I make this I say out loud “whoa this is SO good, why don’t I make this more?!” 

Loved this with your Oaxacan Lamb Barbacoa. Thanks Sylvia!

So good! We will enjoy this dish many times. Thank you!

Delicious recipe! Looks beautiful too. I added an extra tbsn olive oil, and 1 tbsn maple syrup which added some balance. Used with home made enchiladas, black beans, brien rice, and Pico de Gallo. Thanks so much for something different and so refreshing.

Made a version of this Carnitas except I used the instant pot, https://patijinich.com/carnitas/.  Then I made this slaw and put it all together to make tacos.   Pretty amazing combo.  I was using another red cabbage slaw using mayo, but  I'm glad I found this because it's waayyy better.

Colorful and refreshing. It was a perfect compliment to the delicious veggie enchilada.  I used a bag of Dole shredded red cabbage.  The recipe was so easy to make.  I will definitely make this again.

Excellent. I made this tonight to go with some pollo asada tacos I made. It went very well together. Thanks for the recipe.

Super fast and unique! I used poblano peppers and the whole family commented on how good the taste was!

I paired this with mexican-style shredded beef and bacon pinto beans.  It was a hit!  Unfortunately my cilantro had just gone bad, so I substituted with a teaspoon or two of coriander.  So good and thank you for this recipe!!

I served this with the farmers market enchiladas.  That tip on soaking the onions was perfect.  Everyone loved it and though the dressing was just a touch too tart for me I still enjoyed it.

Fresh and crunchy with spice and a zing from the lime. We can never use a whole head of cabbage in one sitting . I hate to waste anything, it's so good to find another great recipe for red cabbage. It looked so great my partner took a photo for his portfolio.

Oh my gosh, I made this with purple cabbage and it was both gorgeous and delicious. My new favorite slaw. It’s great on the black bean burgers. I had leftovers and used it today in a pita with spinach, hummus and the tofu shawarma! Yummmmm!!!

Grilled Fish Tacos topped with Cilantro Lime Cabbage Slaw that can be made using a grill, stove top or oven! Vegan &amp; gluten-free adaptable! Sub tofu for the fish! A fast, easy and healthy dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Grilled Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Cabbage Slaw

4-6 inch flour tortillas

½ teaspoon chili powder

garlic

salt

sugar (optional)

chipotle powder (or sub cayenne and

for more smoky flavor, add ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

cabbage

salt,

¼ cup thinly sliced red onion, more to taste

cilantro (packed), ½ of a large bunch

¼ -½ of a jalapeño, finely chopped, more to taste

lime

olive oil

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. (See notes for oven or stovetop version)

Prep the fish

Rinse and pat dry fish. ( For tofu, read notes below) In a small bowl, stir fish rub spices together. Sprinkle all sides of fish lightly with the spice rub (you most likely will not need all). Set aside.

Make the slaw

Place the shredded cabbage in a medium bowl. Toss with the salt. Add the onions, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, olive oil and toss well. Adjust lime, salt, and jalapeño, adding more to taste&#8211; you want this to taste tangy and flavorful.

Sauce

Make any accompanying sauce. Chipotle Mayo is nice here- feel free to do this ahead.

Grill

Grease the grill well before placing fish on it. Turn heat to medium. Grill each side a few minutes, letting grill marks develop and use a metal spatula to flip. Cook until the desired doneness and squeeze with a little lime juice.

Then quickly grill the tortillas on the grill, brushing with olive oil if you prefer.

Assemble Tacos

 Place fish in the warm tortillas, top with cabbage slaw and and garnishes. Drizzle with the optional ( but delicious)  Chipotle Mayo if you like.

We have made this recipe several times and are in love! My three boys ask for this specific recipe when we are meal planning. It is definitely one of our favorites! Thank you for a delicious meal! We make it with salmon, slaw, the chipotle mayo sauce, and a tomatillo salsa. We have also made the Peruvian green sauce which is also SO good.

We made this last night with tilapia, and cooked it on an indoor grill pan.  It was great!  Wonderful taste combination, and very simple to put together.  We subscribed right away!

Made these tonight with mahi and they were delicious! Followed the recipe exactly except I used yellow onion instead of red and only purple cabbage no green, we did use the optional chipotle Mayo. This is a keeper!

Had this last night we all loved it! Real hit!

This slaw is so easy and delicious! I use lots of spice in seasoning and chipotle Mayo so don’t even bother with the jalapeño.

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Grilled Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw- vegan adaptable using tofu, this meal comes together in under 30 minutes. 

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This yummy cilantro-lime slaw tastes amazing as a side dish, or spooned into tacos, burrito bowls, and more! 

Cilantro Lime Slaw for Tacos and More!

coleslaw mix or shredded green cabbage

purple cabbage

lime juice (from 1 lime)

honey

salt (more

tsp. pepper (more

In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix (or green cabbage), purple cabbage, 1/4 cup cilantro, lime juice, 1 tsp. honey (if using), salt, and pepper.

Stir to combine well. (The slaw may still look a bit dry. Don&#8217;t add more liquid yet!)

Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes on the counter or in the refrigerator. (The cabbage will soften, and the mixture will get &#8220;juicier&#8221;)

Stir again and taste. Add additional cilantro, salt, pepper, honey, or lime juice to taste.

Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 days. (Slaw will continue to soften in the refrigerator.)

Love this! So very pretty! Bright and fresh and accompanied BBQ ribs and fresh picked sweet corn perfectly. Will consider playing with the other additions but it is scrumptious exactly as it is. I opted to include the honey.

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Cilantro Lime Slaw – This fresh bright cilantro lime slaw is perfect with tacos, in burrito bowls, and as a fresh side dish. Paleo, (Gluten-Free, Vegan-Friendly.)

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