Description
Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw is a vibrant, zesty side dish combining crisp green cabbage, sweet corn, and fiery jalapenos in a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or summer gatherings, this quick and easy coleslaw offers a bold flavor balance of creamy, spicy, and fresh with a crunchy texture that complements a variety of meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (from about 2 ears of corn)
- 2 fresh jalapenos, halved, seeded (optional), and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Finely shred the green cabbage and dice the red onion. Halve the jalapenos, remove seeds if you prefer less heat, then finely chop them. Cut the kernels off fresh corn cobs or use fresh/frozen corn.
- Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust lime juice and honey to achieve a balanced tang and sweetness.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the shredded cabbage, corn, diced jalapenos, red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss until every ingredient is evenly coated.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Give it a final stir before serving and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh jalapenos and corn for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the spice level gradually by adding jalapenos according to taste.
- If the cabbage feels wet, pat it dry to prevent watering down the dressing.
- Prepare a few hours ahead for deeper flavor infusion.
- For extra smoky flavor, lightly toast the corn before mixing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Do not freeze, as the texture and dressing separation will be affected.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: jalapeno, corn, coleslaw, spicy side dish, barbecue salad, summer salad, creamy dressing, gluten free