Description
Mexican corn coleslaw blends crisp cabbage with sweet corn in a zesty lime dressing. Fresh ingredients and bold flavors create a perfect summer side dish you’ll crave at every cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of taco seasoning
- 1 14 oz. package of coleslaw mix
- 1 13.75 oz. can of corn (adequately rinsed and drained)
- 1 13.75 oz. can of black beans (properly rinsed and drained)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup cilantro (freshly minced)
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 1/2 orange bell pepper (finely diced)
- 1 jalapeño (seeds removed and minced)
Instructions
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and taco seasoning in a medium bowl until smooth and well-integrated. Chill the dressing while preparing other components.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded coleslaw mix with vibrant red and orange bell peppers, thoroughly drained black beans, and corn kernels.
- Add finely chopped cilantro and jalapeño to the vegetable mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Pour the chilled dressing over the vegetable blend, gently tossing to coat every ingredient completely and uniformly.
- Allow the coleslaw to rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature, enabling flavors to meld and develop a harmonious taste profile.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with additional fresh cilantro leaves for enhanced visual appeal and herbaceous flavor.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to maintain crisp texture and fresh taste.
Notes
- Drain corn and beans thoroughly to prevent watery coleslaw, using a colander and gently patting with paper towels for optimal texture.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or removing jalapeño seeds, allowing heat-sensitive individuals to enjoy the dish comfortably.
- Make a vegan version by substituting mayonnaise and sour cream with plant-based alternatives like cashew cream or vegan yogurt.
- Enhance flavor complexity by toasting corn kernels quickly in a dry skillet before adding to the salad, introducing a subtle smoky depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 4.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg