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    Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw

    May 8, 2021 by Megan Calipari 1 Comment

    Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw is quick, easy, completely vegan and is the perfect slaw for tacos. Its adds brightness, freshness and flavor to any taco filling.

    As soon as the weather warms up, all I want are tacos. I love them because tacos are so fast to make. And pretty much anything tastes good in a taco. I don't know how its possible, but its the truth.

    Red Cabbage Slaw in a bowl
    This Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw only takes a few minutes to make

    Ingredients

    Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw is so easy to make and its the perfect slaw for tacos and burrito bowls. It only requires a 5 ingredients and a few minutes to make.

    Here is what you will need:

    Red cabbage: I like to slice my own but you can also use store bought shredded cabbage.

    Red Onion: this gives the slaw a ton of flavor.

    Cilantro: Cilantro adds so much flavor, but if you don't like cilantro, you can leave it out.

    Lime Juice: Lime juice adds brightness to this slaw. And it helps break down the cabbage making it easier to chew.

    Salt: Salt seasons and also helps break the cabbage down.

    Cilantro lime slaw in a white bowl
    Its tangy, flavorful and and the color is gorgeous

    Method

    This red cabbage slaw recipe is requires no cooking and is ready in 10 minutes.

    To make it, combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.

    Then, massage the slaw with your hands. Squeeze your hands tightly. This action helps soften and break the cabbage down.

    Then, the slaw will start to change color to a brighter purple. And thats when its done!

    And thats it. Top your tacos and serve.

    Red cabbage slaw topping a lentil taco
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    Storage

    To store, place the slaw in an airtight container. Then, place in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Other Taco Topping Ideas

    Other than this vegan red cabbage slaw, top your tacos with with a sprinkle of finely chopped onion, slices of avocado or chopped tomato. Or if you're feeling ambitious make these recipes:

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    Easy Party Guacamole

    Cilantro Lime Avocado Crema

    Tomatillo Salsa by: Kathys Vegan Kitchen

    📖 Recipe

    Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw in a white bowl

    Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw

    Megan Calipari
    Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw is quick, easy, completely vegan and is the perfect slaw for tacos. Its adds brightness, freshness and flavor to any taco filling.
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Condiment, Side Dish
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 3 Cups

    Equipment

    • Cutting Board
    • Knife
    • Large Bowl
    • Measuring Cups and Spoons

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 Cups Finely Sliced Red Cabbage about ½ of a small red cabbage
    • ½ Cup Sliced Red Onion about ¼ of a large red onion
    • ½ Cup Cilantro, chopped
    • 2 tablespoon Lime Juice
    • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt ¼ teaspoon if using fine grain salt

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl, combine cabbage, red onion, cilantro, lime juice and salt.
      4 Cups Finely Sliced Red Cabbage, ½ Cup Sliced Red Onion, ½ Cup Cilantro, chopped, 2 tablespoon Lime Juice, ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
    • Massage with your hands, squeezing the cabbage for about 3 minutes. This helps break the cabbage down a bit, making it easier to eat.
    • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Notes

    You can also use store bought shredded cabbage!
    Keyword Cilantro Lime slaw, red cabbage slaw, slaw for tacos, taco toppings, vegan red cabbage slaw

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