Red Cabbage Slaw for Fish Tacos
The ultimate recipe for Red Cabbage Slaw for Fish Tacos. This fresh, crunchy Mexican slaw is an explosion of flavors that will turn your taco nights into a fiesta!
Servings: 4
Calories: 106kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups red cabbage thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Slice cabbage 1/8” thin using food processor (blade level 3 maximum), mandolin or knife. Chop cilantro.
- Toss all the ingredients together in a bowl.
- Allow the slaw to chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This helps the flavors develop and softens the cabbage slightly.
Notes
Consider these variations:
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- Swap out red cabbage for green cabbage.
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- Avocado oil is another healthy oil that pairs well with these flavors.
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- Add green onions or carrots for extra crunch and flavor.
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- Spice it up with sliced jalapenos.
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- Lemon can be used instead of lime.
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- Add lime zest for an extra citrus punch.
Nutrition
Calories: 106kcal | Total Carbohydrate: 11g | Protein: 2g | Total Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 345mg | Dietary Fiber: 3g | Total Sugars: 5g | Vitamin A: 1636IU | Vitamin C: 79mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 1mg