This lightly dressed slaw is the perfect compliment to fish tacos! — Let’s go south of the border!

So, a few weeks ago some friends from church asked us over for dinner. You know how it goes, I asked “What can I bring?” And their answer was “Something to go with fish tacos” and Ta Da! Southwest Avocado Lime Slaw was born. I personally like a lightly dressed slaw that allows the natural flavors and textures of the ingredients to shine through. This recipe does all of those things.

When you read the ingredient list, don’t let the number of ingredients scare you away. It really isn’t that much. And the honey doesn’t make it sweet. It is just there to balance the tartness of the lime. I promise, this will be a favorite with any Southwest or Mexican dish you prepare!

This dish is bursting with fresh flavors! — Full of fresh ingredients!

Southwest Avocado Lime Slaw would actually be amazing with my Instant Pot Pork Carnitas. The fresh flavors shine through in both and would pair so well! Try them both today!

A quick way to prepare a classic Pork Carnita! — Instant Pot Pork Carnitas

You will see in my video that I use a melamine bowl with a tight-fitting lid. This is one of a set of five nesting bowls that have become some of my new favorites. They are perfect for taking a dish to a friend’s house. No worries about breaking your favorite serving bowl! Amazon a set almost identical to mine and I am in LOVE! The Pioneer Woman Country Garden set. You will find you use this set over and over. I will also confess, I stick these in the dishwasher. I have decided, when they die, I will buy more. Life is too short!

This fresh take on slaw takes you south of the border! Try it today!

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Southwest Avocado Lime Slaw

This south of the border inspired slaw is the perfect side for your fish tacos or other Southwest meal!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword Mexican

Prep Time 20

Equipment

Bowl with lid

Ingredients

1 16 oz bag coleslaw mix w/ carrots
¼ cup red onions diced
1 tbsp cilantro minced
1 lime juiced & zested
2 tbsp mayonnaise
½ avocado mashed
1 ½ tsp honey
2 tsp water
½ tsp cumin
¼ tsp salt
¾ tsp ancho chili powder

Instructions

In a bowl with a tight-fitting lid, zest and juice one lime.
Add 1/2 of avocado mashed to bowl.
Add honey, water, and spices. Whisk until smooth
Mix in coleslaw mix, onions, and cilantro. Fold dressing into coleslaw mix.
Place lid on bowl and shake.
Remove lid and stir again. Repeat if you feel it needs more mixing.
This slaw is lightly dressed. I you like a more heavily dressed slaw you can double the dressing recipe.