Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexican Corn Coleslaw, where crunchy corn meets crisp cabbage and a zesty lime dressing for a refreshing side dish. Perfect for summer barbecues or taco nights, this easy-to-make coleslaw bursts with color and taste, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears of corn)
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Husk the corn and remove the kernels. Finely shred the green cabbage until you have about four cups.
- Mix Everything Together: In a large bowl, combine corn, cabbage, red onion, and cilantro.
- Whisk the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, mayonnaise (or yogurt), chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until well combined.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired. Chill for an hour for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg