Tequila Lime Coleslaw with Cilantro

tequila lime coleslaw in black bowl with a fork.

4.29 from 32 votes

Tequila Lime Coleslaw with Cilantro

Regular coleslaw gets a new spin with this tequila lime version! The tequila gives it an unique depth, and it's sure to be a hit at your next party!

Prep Time15

Chill Time1

Total Time1 15

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cookout side dish

Servings: servings

Calories: 75kcal

Author: The Chunky Chef

Ingredients

Creamy tequila lime dressing

1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 Tbsp lime juice fresh is best
2-3 Tbsp fresh cilantro minced
1 Tbsp silver tequila
3 tsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Coleslaw mix

14 oz bag shredded coleslaw mix
1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
1/3 cup green onions thinly sliced

Instructions

Make dressing

To a large mixing bowl, add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 3 Tbsp lime juice, 2-3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, 1 Tbsp silver tequila, 3 tsp granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Whisk until smooth.

Combine

Add 14 oz bag shredded coleslaw mix, 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage, and 1/3 cup green onions, then toss to combine.

Chill

Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour or two, to allow flavors to fully combine. Overnight is best, if possible.

Serve

Before serving, toss or stir coleslaw to redistribute any dressing that may have settled at the bottom of the bowl. Then serve chilled, with a sprinkle of extra pepper if desired.

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Notes

I've estimated this recipe serves approximately 6 - 8, but feel free to divide it into as many servings as you'd like.
Please feel free to adjust the sugar amount to your tastes.
If you can pick up a bag of coleslaw mix that includes red cabbage, you can use that and omit the extra red cabbage.
Instead of using a pre-shredded coleslaw mix, you can use about 4 cups of shredded green cabbage, 2/3 - 1 cup of shredded carrots, and 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage.

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