Jalapeño–Honey Cilantro Lime Slaw

A bright, crunchy cabbage slaw with honey, fresh lime, cilantro, and jalapeño, finished with subtle savory depth. Light, balanced, and refreshing—designed to cut through rich dishes like birria rice and smoked chicken.

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Special Equipment: mixing bowl

Ingredients

• 1 standard bag coleslaw mix (14–16 oz)

• 1 jalapeño, very finely minced (seeded for mild)

• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

  Dressing (Double Batch):

• 4 tbsp honey

• Zest of 2 limes

• 6 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 5 tbsp avocado oil or light olive oil

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• ½ tsp white or cracked black pepper

• ½ tsp Fiesta Smoky Swine seasoning

Directions

1. Place coleslaw mix in a large bowl and toss with ½ tsp salt. Let rest 10 minutes, then gently squeeze out excess liquid.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk all dressing ingredients until fully combined and smooth.

3. Add jalapeño and green onions to the slaw. Pour dressing over and toss until evenly coated.

4. Fold in cilantro just before serving. Taste and adjust lime or salt if needed.