Ingredients

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(Serves 6–8)

Slaw base:

6 cups shredded green cabbage (or pre-shredded coleslaw mix—you love convenience!)
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
½ cup red onion, finely diced (soak in cold water 10 min to mellow bite)
1–2 jalapeños, seeded & minced (optional—you love spicy!)
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Creamy lime dressing:

½ cup plain Greek yogurt or vegan mayo (you love high-protein!)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (you love citrus!)
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1 tsp sugar-free honey or monk fruit sweetener (blood sugar friendly—you love this!)
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper to taste

Optional add-ins:

1 avocado, diced (add just before serving—you love creamy richness!)
¼ cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija (use reduced-sodium—you love low-sodium options!)

Instructions

1. Prep slaw:

In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, bell pepper, drained red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro.

2. Make dressing:

Whisk yogurt, lime juice, oil, sweetener, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

3. Toss & chill:

Pour dressing over slaw; toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes (or up to 24 hours).

4. Serve:

Just before serving, fold in avocado (if using) and top with cheese (if desired).

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use pre-shredded coleslaw mix—saves 10+ minutes (check for no added dressing).
✅ Soak red onion—removes sharpness while keeping crunch.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Skip added salt—rely on lime and spices for depth
→ Use reduced-sodium cheese or skip entirely
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Sugar-free sweetener = zero glycemic impact
→ Net carbs: 6g per serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <8g net carbs/serving
→ Add extra avocado for healthy fats
✅ Make ahead:
→ Keeps 3 days refrigerated (avocado added fresh)
→ Flavors meld beautifully overnight!

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: 3 days | Best without avocado if prepping ahead
→ Serving ideas:
→ As a topping for tacos, burrito bowls, or grilled meats
→ With tortilla chips for scooping
→ As a light lunch with black beans and grilled corn

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