Description
This vibrant Taco Slaw is a fresh and tangy side dish featuring finely shredded green cabbage, green onions, and cilantro dressed in a creamy lime-infused dressing. Perfectly balanced with sour cream, mayonnaise, and zesty lime, it’s an ideal accompaniment to tacos, adding crunch and flavor with a subtle hint of citrus and herbaceous freshness.
Ingredients
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Slaw
- 6 cups green cabbage, finely shredded (about 1/4 head, tightly packed)
- 1 cup green onion, finely sliced on the diagonal
- 1/2 cup coriander/cilantro leaves, finely chopped
Dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream (substitute with plain yogurt if preferred)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (or 1 tbsp olive oil as a lighter alternative)
- 2 tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt (reduce to 1/4 tsp if using table salt)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise (or olive oil), lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and homogenous.
- Add Slaw Ingredients: Add the shredded cabbage, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the dressing. Using your hands or tongs, toss everything together thoroughly, ensuring the cabbage mixture is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Let it Rest: Set the slaw aside at room temperature for at least 1 hour. This resting time allows the cabbage to become wilted and floppy, softening the texture and melding the flavors beautifully. Toss the slaw again before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with olive oil and sour cream with plain yogurt.
- Adjust salt levels based on the salt type used; table salt is finer and more potent than kosher salt.
- Allowing the slaw to rest is crucial to soften the cabbage and enhance the flavor profile.
- This slaw pairs excellently with any taco filling, adding a refreshing crunch and creamy zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Taco Slaw, Cabbage Slaw, Mexican side dish, creamy slaw, lime slaw, cilantro cabbage salad, sour cream dressing
