Fish Taco Slaw
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4.7
Fish Taco Slaw
Description
The Fish Taco Slaw recipe features a crisp base of bagged coleslaw mix and extra shredded red cabbage, providing a firm texture and vibrant color. The dressing blends mayonnaise and sour cream with chopped cilantro and freshly zested and juiced lime for a bright, creamy coating. Ground black pepper, kosher salt, and cumin add mild spice and savory notes to the slaw.
Preparation involves simply tossing all ingredients together in a bowl, then refrigerating the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly while retaining crunch. This makes a fresh, tangy slaw that complements fish tacos nicely but can also serve alongside grilled meats or as a salad on its own.
Optional variations include replacing mayonnaise with mashed avocado or omitting it, swapping sour cream for Greek yogurt or Mexican crema, or adding spicy ingredients like jalapenos, chipotle, or smoked paprika for extra heat and smoky depth. The slaw’s balance of creamy and acidic flavors and its crisp, shredded vegetables make it a versatile fresh component for various dishes.
Ingredients
- 3 cups coleslaw mix from a bag, shredded
- 2 1/2 cups red cabbage shredded
- 6 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cilantro lightly packed, chopped
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium bowl. Toss together until fully mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Chill the slaw covered in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors blend and soften the cabbage slightly.
- Mayonnaise can be replaced with mashed avocado or omitted with just sour cream used if preferred.
- Sour cream alternatives include plain Greek yogurt or Mexican crema for different flavor profiles.
- Add chopped raw or pickled jalapenos, or a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, to introduce spice.
- Smoky flavor can be boosted by sprinkling chili powder, cayenne, or smoked paprika into the slaw.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 53 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 53kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 241mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 144mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 406IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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