Cilantro Cole Slaw


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Cilantro lovers will go crazy over this cole slaw recipe. Try it and find out!

Cilantro Cole Slaw

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Cilantro Cole Slaw Recipe

Recipe Type: Salad and Salad Dressing, Cabbage, Cilantro
Yields: 6 to 8 servings
Prep time: 40 min


Ingredients:

Slaw Dressing (see recipe below)
1 medium head cabbage, finely chopped
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped


Preparation:

Prepare Slaw Dressing.

In a large bowl, combine chopped cabbage, cucumber, and cilantro. Pour Slaw Dressing over cabbage mixture and toss gently until blended. For best results, cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight for flavors to blend. Gently toss again before serving.

Makes 6 to 8 servings.


Slaw Dressing:

1/3 cup freshly-squeezed lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
Red (cayenne) pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon coarsely-ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

In a small bowl, combine lime juice, garlic, salt, sugar, cayenne pepper, and black pepper; gradually add olive oil until well blended.