Best 3 Southwestern Coleslaw Recipes

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to making the perfect southwestern coleslaw! This vibrant and flavorful dish combines the classic crunch of coleslaw with a zesty southwestern twist. Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue, hosting a potluck, or simply looking for a refreshing and healthy side dish, this recipe will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN COLESLAW

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From the Star Tribune (Minneapolis), June 16, 2011 - I plan to try this at our summer party in July. My husband, who normally does NOT like coleslaw, thinks it sounds tasty.

Provided by Janet Musgrove

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) bag coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/2 medium red onion, diced
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

Place coleslaw mix, black beans, cilantro, tomato, red onion, jalapeno and avocado in large salad bowl.
Whisk together lime juice, vinegar, olive oil, and cumin in small bowl. Pour over coleslaw and toss gently.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours until chilled through.
NOTES/SUGGESTIONS from article. If convenient, shred your own cabbage and carrots.
Use only fresh lime juice. One lime yields 1-2 T unstrained juice. For the 1/2 cup, figure 4 to 8 limes, depending on size and juiciness.
To serve, sprinkle with crushed baked tortilla chips right before serving or serve with grilled, sliced chicken in a tortilla wrap.
Only 16 calories per cup, so says the article!

SOUTHWESTERN COLESLAW W/ CHIPOTLE DRESSING

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Categories Vegetable Side Freeze/Chill

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

For dressing:
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 T lime juice
1 T ground cumin
1 t salt
1 t ground black pepper
2 chipotle chiles (from a 3 oz. can of chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, store remaining chiles for another use)
½ small onion
For salad:
1 medium head green cabbage, plus 1 large carrot, shredded (or 2-10 oz. bags shredded cabbage w/ carrots)
2 green onions, sliced
2 radishes, sliced
10oz. package frozen corn, thawed
2 tomatoes, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped

Steps:

In a food processor, combine all ingredients for dressing. Pulse until well combined, and set aside. In a large bowl, combine vegetables. Stir in dressing, and mix together until well combined. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

SOUTHWESTERN COLESLAW (NO DAIRY)

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From a local publication via The Kansas City Star and slightly rearranged by me. For convenience, use a package of shredded coleslaw mix but be sure it's fresh and good quality. To make this a main dish, add cubed and grilled chicken or turkey, hard boiled egg, tempeh, etc.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 head white cabbage, cored and shredded
1 cup red cabbage, shredded
2 small carrots, shredded
1 cup cooked black beans (if using canned beans rinse well and drain)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (fresh only!)
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/2 medium red onion, diced small
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced (for less heat use a milder variety of chili or green bell pepper)
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar (I used brown rice vinegar)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (I used 1/2 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds, lightly crushed)
1 small pinch dried chipotle powder (optional and my addition)
1 avocado (pitted, peeled and sliced or diced)
3 tablespoons pepitas, toasted (optional)

Steps:

Combine white and red cabbage and the carrots (or coleslaw mix), black beans, cilantro, tomato, red onion and jalapeño in a large salad bowl.
Whisk together dressing ingredients in small non-reactive bowl. Pour over coleslaw and toss gently.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for a few hours until chilled.
When ready to serve, slice up the avocados, drizzle with some lime juice to stop the avocado from browning and arrange on top of the coleslaw.
Optional: If desired, scatter pepitas on top [just] before serving.
Yield 8 (1 cup) servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 35.3, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 5.8, Protein 4.4

Tips:

Use a variety of cabbage. Green cabbage is the most common type of cabbage used in coleslaw, but you can also use red cabbage, savoy cabbage, or a mix of different types of cabbage. Different types of cabbage will give your coleslaw different flavors and textures.
Shred the cabbage thinly. This will help the cabbage absorb the dressing better and make the coleslaw more tender.
Use a flavorful dressing. The dressing is what really makes coleslaw special. There are many different recipes for coleslaw dressing, so you can find one that you like. Some popular options include mayonnaise-based dressings, vinegar-based dressings, and creamy dressings.
Add other vegetables to your coleslaw. Coleslaw is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can add carrots, celery, bell peppers, or any other vegetables that you like. This will make your coleslaw more colorful and nutritious.
Chill the coleslaw before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together and make the coleslaw more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Coleslaw is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a great way to use up leftover cabbage and other vegetables, and it is also a healthy and refreshing option. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find a coleslaw that you love.

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