Emily’s Honey Lime Coleslaw

Name: Emily's Honey Lime Coleslaw
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest; 1/4 cup lime juice; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 small head red cabbage (about 3/4 pound), shredded; 1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots); 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Here’s a refreshing take on slaw with a honey-lime vinaigrette rather than the traditional mayo. It’s a great take-along for all those summer picnics. —Emily Tyra, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 small head red cabbage (about 3/4 pound), shredded
1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

Whisk together the first seven ingredients until smooth. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Combine cabbage, carrots and green onions; toss with lime mixture to lightly coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 86 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Emily's Honey Lime Coleslaw in Taste of Home June/July 2017

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delowenstein

Jul 9, 2018

I made this coleslaw and used 1/4 tsp. hot red pepper sauce in place of the red pepper flakes and did not sprinkle coleslaw with cilantro. Those were the only 2 changes which I'd made on this recipe! It is DELICIOUS and a real keeper!
rrichardson

Aug 9, 2017

Made this light and tasty coleslaw to pair with this issue's slow cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork Nachos. I love the cilantro and green onion mixed with a lighter sauce. It's like skipping the heavy cream salad dressing and using an oil-based dressing instead! I love that it's about 140 calories less per serving than regular coleslaw. I can eat a bit more and not feel guilty! I think this would also be a great pairing with a recipe I have used for years from Simple and Delicious (fish tacos). I'm excited to use it there as well. Props to Emliy for a light and delicious version of coleslaw!
Debglass11

Jul 31, 2017

Nice change from the traditional creamy coleslaw! The dressing is light, delicious and perfect in the summer! I added a bit more honey, but kept everything else the same. This one is a keeper. The possibilities are endless.... perfect for a summer cookout, BBQ, tacos....... or anytime! I will definitely make this again!Volunteer Field Editor
BilliePock

Jul 30, 2017

What a yummy twist on coleslaw. I did not add the whole amount of cilantro. Love the dressing. I served it with Bacon Cheeseburger sliders.
annrms

Jul 10, 2017

Enjoyed this slaw last night; ate more than 1/2 cup!!!! The honey-lime dressing is delicious and refreshing. I added a few more scallions to the mix and substituted parsley for the cilantro.This recipe is a keeper.
shannondobos

Jul 7, 2017

I loved the light sweetness here and the tangy lime flavors. The red cabbage makes it so pretty. I served this slaw as a topping on some pork tacos and it was a perfect match. This will be my new go-to slaw recipe just on it's own, or as an accompaniment to any soft taco, pulled pork sandwich, or burger!
aug2295

Jun 11, 2017

This was fresh, a little sweet and definitely so much lighter than traditional cole slaw. Loved it.