This slaw is a great addition to barbecuing season. It’s simple crisp flavors complement most everything. In addition, it’s easy to change around. You could add mangos and Grilled Chipotle Chicken, (that’s what we had for dinner) or you could add feta cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds. Or… for a classic combination, you could simply pair it with ribs and let the ribs do the talking.
Whichever route you take, this slaw is easy to prepare and really delicious.
First, cut the sides off all the way around the core. Thinly slice each wedge into strands and set aside in a large bowl.
Slice the bell pepper as thinly as possible and grate the carrots. Toss together with the cabbage.
Place all of the ingredients for the dressing in the blender and blend on low until smooth. There will be small bits of cilantro remaining.
That’s all there is to this simple summertime slaw. We grilled Chipotle Chicken to go alongside, and it was a great combination.
It was the first truly warm and sunny day here in Montana so we took our summer slaw outside and caught a few rays during dinner. It’s exciting to have the first backyard barbecue of the summer. Last week I was grilling in the snow!
Cilantro Lime Slaw
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound cabbage - finely shredded, green and/or red
- 8 ounces carrots - grated, about 6
- 1 red bell pepper - finely diced
Cilantro Lime Dressing:
- 1/3 cup lime juice - freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup cilantro - chopped
- 1 clove garlic - minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2/3 cup avocado oil
INSTRUCTIONS
- Shred the cabbage and place in a large bowl. Grate the carrots, and thinly slice the bell peppers. Toss the vegetables in a large serving bowl.
- For the dressing, place all of the ingredients in the blender and blend on low until smooth with small bits of cilantro remaining.
- Within 1-2 hours of serving, toss the dressing together with the slaw and adjust the salt to taste before serving.
- You can store the slaw and dressing separately for up to 2 days. This slaw tastes best when mixed together and refrigerated 1-2 hours before serving.
NOTES
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You might like it with more fresh lime juice and cilantro. You could also add garlic or a bit of cumin next time if you’re looking for something with more punch. I usually serve it with my Chipotle Grilled Chicken, so it’s a nice creamy counterpoint to the spicy chicken!
This looks so fresh and delicious! I love the fact that it has no mayo. Thanks for the recipe!
Loving what you did with that Avocado. This slaw and creamy dressing is next on my dinner list. Fantastic! .
Thanks, I am not an experienced Avacado user. I bought a couple at the Natural Grocers, and was wondering what I was going to do with them. Now I know. 🙂
Let me know how it goes! If you’re looking for more avocado recipes, check out guacamole and chocolate tart.