Avocado Lime Cabbage Slaw
A refreshing slaw with shredded cabbage, creamy avocado, and a bright lime-cilantro dressing that's light and flavorful. This latin american-inspired salads (low sodium, vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs green cabbage, medium avocado, red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup green cabbage
- 1 medium avocado
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/3 cup cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
Instructions
- Step 1: Shred 1 cup green cabbage. Dice 1 medium avocado into 1/2-inch cubes. Finely dice 1/4 cup red onion. Chop 1/3 cup cilantro.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine cabbage, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin until well combined.
- Step 4: Pour dressing over slaw and toss until evenly coated. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Avocado Lime Cabbage Slaw take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Avocado Lime Cabbage Slaw?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep green cabbage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado Lime Cabbage Slaw?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Avocado Lime Cabbage Slaw for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Avocado Lime Cabbage Slaw low sodium?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low sodium, vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
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Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.