Best 6 Santa Fe Slaw Recipes

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If you love the zesty flavors of Southwestern cuisine and are in search of a refreshing and flavorful side dish, look no further than Santa Fe Slaw. With its vibrant combination of crisp cabbage, red onions, and a tangy dressing, Santa Fe Slaw captures the essence of the American Southwest in every bite. This delightful salad is a symphony of textures and flavors, making it the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, tacos, or even as a standalone lunch option. Whether you prefer a creamy dressing or a vinaigrette, there's a Santa Fe Slaw recipe out there to suit your taste preferences. Read on to discover the best Santa Fe Slaw recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant culinary scene of the Southwest.

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MARION'S SANTA FE ALMOND SLAW



Marion's Santa Fe Almond Slaw image

This salad consists of green cabbage, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, bacon bits, almonds, and sesame oil. This is a favorite of everyone I make it for, and they ask me to bring it to every gathering they invite me to. It's yummy!

Provided by MAIDMARION11111

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ head cabbage, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
½ cup finely chopped cilantro
1 large tomato, diced
½ cup sesame oil
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
⅓ teaspoon crumbled dried red chile pepper
½ cup imitation bacon bits
1 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the cabbage, green onions, cilantro, and tomato.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the sesame oil, black pepper, and chili pepper until heated through. Mix in the bacon bits and almonds. Cook and stir about 5 minutes, until almonds are lightly browned. Remove from heat, and toss with the cabbage mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 188.2 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

SANTA FE COLESLAW



Santa Fe Coleslaw image

This slaw has jicama, corn, cilantro and chipotles. From Sunset Mag July 2008. Found it when I was cleaning out my recipe book. I can't wait to try it...Let me know how you like it! I think I'm gonna grill my corn.

Provided by PeytonandKaylansMama

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups shredded green cabbage
2 cups torn spinach leaves
1 1/2 cups shredded jicama
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup cooked corn
1 cup finely chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
season to taste with salt

Steps:

  • Pour dressing over slaw mix.
  • Stir until combined.

BAJA CABBAGE SLAW



Baja Cabbage Slaw image

Provided by Mark Miller

Categories     Sauce     Cabbage

Yield 2 cups, enough for 8 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 head small (5-inch diameter) green cabbage
2 tablespoons regular mayonnaise (not light)
3/4 teaspoon fresh lime juice
2 drops jalapeño Tabasco Sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage. Cut a V-shaped wedge around the tough inner core and remove the core and discard. Halve the cabbage to make 2 quarter sections. With a large, sharp knife, slice each section crosswise into a thin julienne (about 1/8 inch thick) or julienne with a hand-held Japanese mandoline. Transfer the julienned cabbage to a large bowl. In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lime juice, and Tabasco. Toss the mayonnaise mixture with the cabbage, refrigerate, and use within a few hours.

SANTA FE SALAD



Santa Fe Salad image

From Newport News, Virginia, Gail Park shares a colorful stand-alone salad that her family simply loves. "People always ask for the recipe when I bring it to a potlucks," she adds. "The zippy dressing and mix of crunchy veggies with beans is a winning combination!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/2 cups cut fresh green beans
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the cilantro, sour cream, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin, salt and cayenne. , In a large bowl, combine the green beans, corn, pinto beans, black beans, red pepper, onion, chilies and olives. Sprinkle with cheese. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HOME-STYLE COLESLAW



Home-Style Coleslaw image

This recipe is a staple at our house. The colors get the kids' attention, especially when I use red and green cabbage.-Joy Cochran, Roy, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups finely shredded cabbage
1/2 cup shredded carrot
DRESSING:
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage and carrot. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Pour over cabbage mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 6-8 hours or overnight.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARION'S SANTA FE ALMOND SLAW



Marion's Santa Fe Almond Slaw image

This salad consists of green cabbage, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, bacon bits, almonds, and sesame oil. This is a favorite of everyone I make it for, and they ask me to bring it to every gathering they invite me to. It's yummy!

Provided by MAIDMARION11111

Categories     No Mayo Coleslaw

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ head cabbage, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
½ cup finely chopped cilantro
1 large tomato, diced
½ cup sesame oil
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
⅓ teaspoon crumbled dried red chile pepper
½ cup imitation bacon bits
1 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the cabbage, green onions, cilantro, and tomato.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the sesame oil, black pepper, and chili pepper until heated through. Mix in the bacon bits and almonds. Cook and stir about 5 minutes, until almonds are lightly browned. Remove from heat, and toss with the cabbage mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 188.2 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Tips:

  • For a creamy slaw, use mayonnaise-based dressing. For a lighter slaw, use a vinegar-based dressing.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to your slaw. Some good options include cabbage, carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
  • Shred your vegetables thinly so that they are easy to eat.
  • Add some herbs or spices to your slaw for extra flavor. Some good options include dill, parsley, cilantro, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Chill your slaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe slaw is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Santa Fe slaw a try.

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