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Spicy Mango Cabbage Slaw

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A vibrant and fiery twist on classic slaw, this Spicy Mango Cabbage Slaw marries crisp cabbage and juicy mango with a zesty, chili-kick dressing—ideal as a taco topper, side dish, or refreshing standalone snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 cup purple cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1 carrot, julienned or shredded
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 red onion or 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or agave nectar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
  • 1 tsp chili paste or 1 finely chopped chili
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin or coriander (optional)
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Finely shred the cabbage, julienne the carrot, dice the bell pepper, slice the onion/scallion, and cube the mango. Combine all in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice and zest, rice vinegar, oil, honey/agave, chili paste or fresh chili, cumin/coriander, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour dressing over the slaw. Toss gently with tongs until well mixed and coated.
  4. Chill for 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld and soften cabbage slightly.
  5. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top just before serving.

Notes

  • Choose a mango that is ripe but firm to avoid mushiness.
  • Adjust heat level by increasing or decreasing chili to your taste.
  • Add crunchy toppings like pepitas or cashews just before serving for texture.
  • Use both types of cabbage for color contrast, or just one as preferred.
  • Let the slaw sit briefly to deepen the flavors, but avoid letting it sit too long to maintain crunch.

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