Mayo-free Spicy, crunchy coleslaw with a tasty twist that's easy to make! It's the perfect tasty side dish or add some crunch to your favorite tacos, yum!!

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Mexican Coleslaw Recipe – Spicy coleslaw with a tasty twist, you’ll love this easy salad! It’s the perfect tasty side dish or add some crunch to your favorite tacos, yum!! This mayo-free slaw will be a new favorite!

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Mexican Coleslaw

Hey friends I’m so glad you’re here! It’s time for another fun Freaky Friday Blog Hop! and I’m excited to share this yummy coleslaw recipe. My Greek Cole Slaw Recipe was such a hit, I know you’ll like this one too!

This time I was assigned Lisa’s blog from Lisa’s Dinnertime Dish! I’ve sang her praises before when I made her recipe for Beef Tips with Gravy, for our winter edition.

It was just as hard this time to pick a favorite!

Should I share Lisa’s Grilled Fish Taco Recipe? Love that it’s served up in a bowl. Or perhaps the Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas recipe or Two Bean Chicken Chili, both looks scrumptious!

It was so hard to choose! So if I didn’t choose the recipe you’re looking for, be sure to swing by her blog and do some browsing. Lisa has wonderful recipes that aren’t too complicated.

It’s right up your alley, trust me!

Mexican coleslaw recipe on blue plate with fork. — The yummy dressing on this slaw is tart, sweet and delicious!

Mayo-Free Slaw Recipe

Grocery list for slaw recipe

package coleslaw
black beans
cilantro
tomato
red onion
jalapeño
limes
honey
rice vinegar
olive oil
cumin
salt
pepper

Can Mexican Coleslaw be made ahead?

Absolutely, this is a great make-ahead side dish! This keeps in the fridge 2-3 three days and keeps getting better!

Can I use whole cabbage instead of package mix?

You bet! You know I’m just lazy right? Pre-sliced cabbage just eliminates a step.

What is coleslaw best served with?

Barbecue is always a great served with slaw! Some of my favorite meal pairings are:

Barbecued Pork Ribs – fall off the bone, tender and delicious!
Korean BBQ Chicken Recipe – loads of big flavor, combine perfectly!
Fish Tacos – top off the tacos with this salad, YUM!!
Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs – what a great meal!!

Mayo-free slaw on blue plate with fork. More salad yellow bowl. — This slaw keeps well, cover and refrigerate leftovers.

Mexican Coleslaw No Mayo

I made this recipe exactly as Lisa wrote it and we loved it! I also love that it’s a mayo free coleslaw recipe. Keeping it bright and fresh and not weighed down with heavy mayonnaise.

More add-ons for this lovely salad?

If you’re looking to mix it up a bit – add some fresh corn, just slice it off the cob and toss it in. Chunks of creamy avocado? Another great addition! Want to add even more crunch? Add some toasted pepitas! You will love this mayo-free slaw!

Mayo-free slaw in yellow bowl with silver tongs to toss the slaw. — Add the salad dressing and toss the ingredients well.

Steps to make Mexican Coleslaw Recipe

Rinse and drain the black beans
Seed and dice the tomato
Mince the onion, cilantro and jalapeños
Add the slaw mix and above ingredients to a large bowl
Whisk together ingredients for salad dressing
Pour dressing over ingredients and toss gently to combine
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop

Many thanks to my friend Michaela from An Affair from the Heart for all of the hard work putting together this blog hop! If you get a moment, be sure and stop by her blog too!

Take a look at all of our Summer 2019 Freaky Friday Recipes:

li>An Affair from the Heart –Summer Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Poppy Seed Dressing

Aunt Bee’s Recipes – Greek Chicken Salad with Lemon Oregano Dressing

Bowl Me Over – Mexican Coleslaw

Hostess at Heart – Cherry Quick Bread

House of Nash Eats – Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes

LeMoine Family Kitchen – Easy White Pizza Tarts

Lisa’s Dinnertime Dish – Thai Shrimp Curry

Take Two Tapas – Caprese Empanadas

The Speckled Palate – Cherry Bourbon Slush

West Via Midwest – Cornbread Tamale Pie

Who Needs a Cape? – Warm Bean Dip a.k.a. Texas Trash

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Mexican Coleslaw Recipe

Mexican Coleslaw