Description
A refreshing, crunchy slaw featuring sweet mango and spicy habanero peppers tossed in a bright lime vinaigrette, perfect for summer meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 habanero pepper, seeds removed and minced (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, diced mango, cilantro, and sliced red bell pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the minced habanero pepper to the dressing and whisk briefly.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage and mango mixture.
- Toss all ingredients gently until the slaw is evenly coated.
- Refrigerate the slaw for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a creamier dressing, substitute 2 tablespoons of the olive oil with mayonnaise.
- If you prefer less heat, substitute the habanero with jalapeño or use only half of the minced habanero.
- This slaw pairs well with grilled chicken or pulled pork.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 19
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0