Description
This Mexican Street Corn-Inspired Coleslaw is a flavorful twist on traditional coleslaw, featuring a mix of cabbage, corn, and zesty seasonings. Perfect for summer BBQs and as a side dish for your favorite Mexican-inspired meals.
Ingredients
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For the Coleslaw:
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup corn kernels (grilled or canned and drained)
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix the Coleslaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, and corn.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated. Fold in the cotija cheese and cilantro. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use grilled or charred corn off the cob.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream for a lighter version.
- Great as a side dish for tacos, grilled meats, or summer BBQs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
