Best 2 Creamy Cilantro Lime Slaw Recipes

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a creamy cilantro lime slaw, a tantalizing side dish that adds a burst of freshness to any meal. This slaw is a delightful combination of crisp cabbage, carrots, and red onions, coated in a creamy, tangy dressing infused with cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of jalapeno for a hint of spice. It's an easy-to-make recipe that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or tacos.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CILANTRO-LIME SLAW

Creamy Cilantro-Lime Slaw image

Provided by Rick Rodgers

Categories Side Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Backyard BBQ Mayonnaise Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Cabbage Potluck Sour Cream Lime Juice Green Onion/Scallion Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons (or more) fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lime peel
1 serrano chile, seeded, minced
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
4 green onions, minced (about 1/4 cup)

Steps:

Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, 3 tablespoons lime juice, lime peel, chile, and garlic in large bowl. Stir in cilantro. Add cabbage and green onions; toss to incorporate evenly. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill 1 hour. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
Season slaw with more lime juice, salt, and pepper, if desired, just before serving.

VEGETARIAN TACO SLAW WITH CREAMY CILANTRO-LIME DRESSING

Vegetarian Taco Slaw with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Dressing image

Here's an easy weeknight meal that's ready to serve in about half an hour.

Provided by The Sea Salt

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 small head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups grated carrots
2 bell peppers, diced
1 cup chopped cilantro
1 ½ cups sour cream
1 ½ cups chopped fresh cilantro
3 green onions, green parts only, chopped
2 limes, zested and juiced
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

Combine cabbage, black beans, corn, carrots, bell peppers, and 1 cup cilantro in a large bowl. Toss lightly until mixed.
Place sour cream, 1 1/2 cups cilantro, green onions, lime juice and zest, garlic, salt, and cayenne in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse on and off 5 or 6 times to completely blend.
Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.9 calories, Carbohydrate 63.6 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 18.7 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 792.1 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients whenever possible, especially for the cilantro and lime juice. Fresh herbs and citrus fruits provide the best flavor and aroma.
Shred the cabbage and carrots as finely as you can. This will help the slaw absorb the dressing more evenly.
If you don't have sour cream, you can use plain yogurt instead. Just be sure to use full-fat yogurt, as low-fat or non-fat yogurt will be too thin.
Feel free to adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream to your liking. If you prefer a lighter slaw, use less mayonnaise. If you like a richer slaw, use more sour cream.
Add some chopped red onion or jalapeño pepper to the slaw for a little extra flavor and heat.
Serve the slaw immediately after making it, or chill it for a few hours before serving. The flavors will meld together and become even more delicious over time.

Conclusion:

This creamy cilantro lime slaw is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, creamy or tangy, this slaw is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this creamy cilantro lime slaw a try. You won't be disappointed!