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Spicy Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw

Zesty Spicy Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw for Exciting Meals

This Spicy Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw combines crunchy cabbage, sweet corn, and fiery jalapeños, creating a vibrant side dish that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 cups Napa or green cabbage finely shredded
  • 1 cup fresh or canned corn kernels
  • 2-3 jalapeños sliced and deseeded
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • ¼ cup green onions sliced
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 lime lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely shred 4 cups of Napa or green cabbage and place it in a large mixing bowl. Slice and deseed 2-3 jalapeños, and mince them.
  2. Add 1 cup of corn kernels, ¼ cup of chopped cilantro, and ¼ cup of sliced green onions to the bowl.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, and juice from 1 lime.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of celery seeds and a pinch of salt, then whisk until smooth and combined.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl and gently toss until everything is coated.
Chilling the Coleslaw
  1. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Taste Testing
  1. After chilling, stir the coleslaw and taste it to check for seasoning. Adjust salt, sugar, or lime if needed.
Serving
  1. Serve the coleslaw in a vibrant bowl, pairing it with grilled meats or as a topping for burgers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy the crunch and zest of this coleslaw. It's perfect for barbecues and potlucks!

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