Description
A refreshing twist on traditional coleslaw with vibrant Mexican flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta cheese)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional Garnish: Additional crumbled cotija cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Start by taking a large mixing bowl and adding 4 cups of shredded cabbage and 1 cup of shredded carrots. You can use either green or purple cabbage for a fun color twist! Then, toss in 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro and 1/4 cup of chopped red onion. Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is well combined. Set this mixture aside as it will be the base for your zesty coleslaw.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 cups of corn kernels (this can be fresh, canned, or frozen). Stir the corn occasionally while cooking it for about 5-7 minutes or until the kernels are lightly charred. This step is crucial, as charring the corn will enhance its flavor, adding a subtle smokiness that complements the other ingredients beautifully.
- While the corn is cooking, grab a small bowl and combine 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons of sour cream or Greek yogurt. Then add 1/4 cup of crumbled cotija cheese, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Include 1 clove of minced garlic, the juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly until you have a creamy dressing that’s bursting with flavor!
- Once the corn is charred to perfection, add it into the bowl with the dressing. Stir well until the corn is evenly coated. Next, pour this corn topping over the coleslaw mixture in your large bowl. Toss everything together until the dressing coats all the cabbage and carrot pieces evenly. Taste your dish and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice if necessary for extra oomph!
Notes
Chilling your coleslaw for about 30 minutes before serving can enhance the flavors and make for a more satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Protein: 5 g