Cilantro Lime Slaw with Radishes ~

Easy green cabbage slaw with crunchy radishes and creamy cilantro lime dressing.

Serve with Potato Tacos and Black Beans.

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Cilantro Lime Slaw Recipe

Crunchy, zesty, and bursting with freshness. This easy-to-make dish combines crunchy cabbage with the peppery kick of radishes, all tossed in a creamy cilantro lime dressing for a savory and tangy slaw.

I like this easy coleslaw recipe because it’s a simple side dish that offers a fresh take on traditional coleslaw. It’s quick to make and one of the easiest ways to add fresh flavor to a variety of Mexican food dishes!

This easy slaw is great for serving over tacos, tossed in burrito bowls, or on its own as a cabbage salad side dish with enchiladas.

Ingredients for Cilantro Lime Radish Slaw

You will need the following:

1 cup shredded coleslaw mix
1/2 cup radishes, cut into matchsticks
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice, divided
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 cup plain Greek-style yogurt
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Ingredient Notes

Coleslaw Mix – A blend of shredded cabbage and carrots provides a crisp and crunchy base for the slaw. For convenience, I use a bag of coleslaw mix made with green cabbage from the grocery store, but really, you could also slice up a head of cabbage, and that would work just fine; use green or red cabbage/purple cabbage, depending on the look you want.
Radishes – Radishes add a light, peppery bite. You won’t need the whole bunch of radishes so save the rest for snacking raw or add them to a plate of fresh veggies with Homemade Ranch Dip.
Cilantro – Fresh cilantro adds a bright, earthy flavor.
Scallions (Green Onions): For a mild onion flavor.
Lime Juice – Fresh lime juice adds a touch of citrus flavor. 1 fresh lime generally has about 2 tablespoons of juice.
Lime Zest – Lime zest adds an extra punch of citrusy flavor and enhances the tanginess of the creamy dressing.
Greek-Style Yogurt – I use the Kite Hill brand dairy-free yogurt.

How to Make Cilantro Lime Radish Slaw

STEP ONE: In a large bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, radishes, cilantro, and scallions. Set aside.

STEP TWO: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of lime juice, lime zest, and olive oil. Pour over the coleslaw mixture and toss to coat.

STEP THREE: In the small bowl, stir together the yogurt and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Season to taste with salt and ground black pepper.

STEP FOUR: Stir the yogurt mixture into the slaw mixture and toss to coat. Adjust the seasoning to taste, and serve cool or at room temperature.

Storage

For the best texture, serve this tangy coleslaw on the same day. Leftover coleslaw can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Before serving, give it a good stir to redistribute the dressing and refresh the flavors. Freezing is not recommended.

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