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Close up of finely shredded raw green and purple cabbage mixed with matchstick carrots and fresh sliced jalapeno rings.

Vibrant Jalapeno Slaw: A Crisp and Creamy Cabbage Salad

This vibrant Jalapeno Slaw combines crisp raw green and purple cabbage, matchstick carrots, and fresh fiery jalapeño rings, all tossed in a glistening, semi-translucent creamy lime dressing. Perfect for tacos, BBQ, and savory dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 95

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups raw green cabbage finely shredded (approx. 280g)
  • 2 cups raw purple cabbage finely shredded (approx. 140g)
  • 1 cup raw matchstick carrots thinly sliced (approx. 110g)
  • 2 medium fresh green jalapeños raw, thinly sliced into rings with white seeds intact (approx. 30g)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves finely chopped (approx. 15g)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (approx. 60g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (approx. 30ml)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (approx. 30ml)
  • 1 tbsp honey (approx. 15ml)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt (approx. 3g)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (approx. 1g)

Equipment

  • 1 Mandoline slicer Essential for fine, uniform shredding.
  • 1 Sharp Chef's Knife Necessary for thin jalapeño rings.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl A rustic light-colored ceramic bowl recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, olive oil, lime juice, honey, kosher salt, and black pepper. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is completely smooth. The dressing should look semi-translucent and slightly glossy. Set it aside.
  2. In a large rustic serving bowl, combine the finely shredded raw green cabbage, shredded purple cabbage, and raw thin matchstick carrots. Toss them together with your hands until the colors are evenly distributed.
  3. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the fresh green jalapeños into thin rings. Be gentle so the white seeds remain visible inside the rings. Scatter these bright green rings generously throughout the cabbage mixture.
  4. Drizzle the glistening creamy dressing over the raw vegetable mixture. Use tongs to gently toss the salad, ensuring every strand is lightly coated in the dressing. Finally, speckle the finely chopped fresh green cilantro leaves across the top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Chill the Vegetables: Keep your cabbage and carrots cold until shredding for maximum crunch.
Control the Spice: Poke out the white seeds from the jalapeño rings if you prefer less heat.
Dress Just Before Serving: Add dressing 10 minutes prior to serving to maintain that raw, semi-translucent glistening finish.