Rainbow Slaw
Red and green cabbage, carrot, red pepper and red onion in a mustard and lime vinaigrette with no mayonnaise. Six servings in 15 minutes.
Build the Meal Around Rainbow Slaw
- Grilled chicken
- Fish tacos
- A burger
How to Make Rainbow Slaw
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Whisk the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, lime juice, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
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Toss both cabbages, the carrots, pepper, onion and cilantro with the dressing in a large bowl.
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Leave for 15 minutes so the cabbage softens slightly, then scatter with the sunflower seeds and serve.
Worth Knowing Before You Cook
Use a food processor with the slicing blade to shred the cabbage quickly and evenly.
If the slaw is too sharp, add a pinch of sugar or a splash of orange juice.
Add the sunflower seeds just before serving so they stay crunchy.
Common Substitutions & Variations
- Lemon is the everyday swap for lime in this kind of dish — the acidity plays the same role even though the flavour is not identical.
Storing and Reheating
Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days. The flavour improves on the second day.
Common Questions
How long does Rainbow Slaw take to make?
About 15 minutes in total — 15 minutes of preparation and of cooking. The recipe serves 6.
What are the key tips for making Rainbow Slaw?
Use a food processor with the slicing blade to shred the cabbage quickly and evenly. If the slaw is too sharp, add a pinch of sugar or a splash of orange juice. Add the sunflower seeds just before serving so they stay crunchy.
What should I serve with Rainbow Slaw?
Grilled chicken; Fish tacos; A burger.
How should Rainbow Slaw be stored?
Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days. The flavour improves on the second day.
Is Rainbow Slaw suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, weight-loss friendly, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Rainbow Slaw?
About 129 kcal per serving, with 2 g protein, 10 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Rainbow Slaw Nutrition Facts
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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