Mexican Coleslaw Recipe - Twisted Mikes

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: green cabbage

Kale offers more nutrients, while green cabbage is often less expensive.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell pepper is milder and lower in calories, while banana peppers are often cheaper.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index, while sugar is more cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of mayo and 1/2 cup of sour cream to make the dressing.

Add the juice of 1 lime and 1 teaspoon of taco seasoning to the bowl.

Mix the dressing well.

Add a 14 oz bag of colored coleslaw to the bowl.

Pour in a 15 oz can of drained and rinsed black beans.

Add an 11 oz can of drained corn.

Incorporate 1 cup of chopped diced red peppers.

Add 1 diced jalapeno, ensuring the seeds and veins are removed to reduce spiciness.

If desired, add up to 1/4 cup of cilantro, but note that it is optional.

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

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