Description
Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw is a bold and flavorful American Tex-Mex side dish that combines shredded green and purple cabbage, sweet corn, and spicy jalapeños for a vibrant and refreshing salad. Dressed with a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of honey, this coleslaw delivers a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ideal for summer gatherings, BBQs, and tacos, it can be prepared quickly and served chilled to meld all flavors wonderfully.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels (grilled or roasted if desired)
- 2 medium jalapeños (seeded and finely diced)
- 1 large carrot (shredded)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded green cabbage, shredded purple cabbage, corn kernels, diced jalapeños, shredded carrot, and thinly sliced red onion until evenly distributed.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Add Cilantro: Sprinkle the freshly chopped cilantro over the tossed coleslaw and gently mix it in to integrate the herb’s bright flavor.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and develop fully.
- Serve: Serve the jalapeño corn coleslaw chilled as a vibrant side dish, perfect for complementing grilled meats, tacos, or barbecue dishes.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave the seeds in one jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- If you prefer a lighter version, substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- This slaw pairs perfectly with grilled meats, tacos, or BBQ for a fresh, spicy contrast.
