Go Back
–+ servings
cucumber cabbage slaw

Cucumber Cabbage Slaw

This cucumber cabbage slaw is tangy, sweet, and just a little spicy. It's the perfect accompaniment to tacos, grilled chicken, or piled on a burrito bowl.
4.43 from 7 votes
Print Pin Share on Facebook
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 69kcal

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces shredded red cabbage
  • 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 small jalapeño, peeled and minced
  • ⅓ cup loosely packed cilantro, minced
  • ½ small red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 grapefruit, juiced
  • 2 teaspoons sugar, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Start the slaw:

  • Gather the cabbage, cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, and red onion in a large bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and set aside.

Make the dressing:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, grapefruit juice, sugar, chili powder, and a big pinch of salt. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Finish the slaw:

  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your preference. Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

To serve:

  • Serve the slaw cold over tacos or burrito bowls or enjoy as a side dish to barbecue chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 21mg
Tried this recipe?Mention @triedandtruerecipes or tag #triedandtruerecipes so I can feature you in my feed!