Tropical Cabbage Slaw is a perfect complement to Cuban-style cuisine, grilled meats or fish or even sandwiches.
We love the versatility of coleslaw and almost never make the standard mayonnaise-based dressing because there are so many other exciting things you can do with the concept of a cabbage salad. This easy side is a great complement to our Plantain-Stuffed Chicken Breasts.
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Tropical Cabbage Slaw
Tropical Cabbage Slaw is a perfect complement to Cuban-style cuisine, grilled meats or fish or even sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 1 small head of green cabbage, shredded
- 1 Anaheim pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1 nectarine, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
- 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
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Instructions
- Toss together in a large bowl the cabbage, Anaheim pepper, red bell pepper, red onion, nectarine and cilantro leaves. Drizzle on the vegetable oil, toss and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix the orange juice concentrate, seasoned rice vinegar and lime juice in a small bowl. Pour over the cabbage mixture, toss well and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Recipe adapted from "Miami Spice: The New Florida Cuisine" by Steven Raichlen
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Is this best made ahead or eaten immediately? Looks delish and I want to make it as a side to cuban pork roast. Thank you!
Hi Melinda,
I generally like to make coleslaw at least a couple of hours ahead so the flavor can develop, but it’s not essential. For this recipe, if making in advance, omit the nectarine and add it just before serving so it won’t turn brown as it sits. Also, you can expect the cabbage to give off a little liquid, so you might want to strain some of it (not all – you’ll lose your dressing) or serve with a slotted spoon. Hope this info helps.
Tried this recipe when having friends over for dinner. The light citrus flavors combined with our Cuban meal made for the perfect side dish.
Hi Lauren,
I’m glad you enjoyed the slaw recipe. We appreciate you taking time out of your day to let us know.
I coppied the Tropical Cabbage Salad. It sounds wonderful. We are growing basil and cilantro. I coppied the Basil Dressing to. Looking forward to making these. Thankyou.