Description
Mexican coleslaw is a vibrant and zesty dish that brings a refreshing crunch to your meals. This easy-to-make slaw combines colorful vegetables and a creamy dressing, making it an ideal accompaniment for tacos, summer barbecues, or as a stand-alone salad. The blend of shredded cabbage, bell peppers, black beans, and corn creates an irresistible flavor profile, while fresh lime juice and taco seasoning add the perfect tangy kick. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this delightful coleslaw that will impress your guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 20 ounces pre-shredded coleslaw mix
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 15.25 ounces canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 14.75 ounces canned fire-roasted corn (drained)
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh jalapeno (optional)
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, taco seasoning, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, red bell pepper, black beans, corn, jalapeno (if using), cilantro, and dressing. Stir gently to coat.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg