Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing
Fresh mango slaw with lime and honey dressing is the perfect summer side dish. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it crispy is to toss it right before serving. The fresh mango and lime combination is irresistible. Try it with my Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe and Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast Easy Breakfast Recipe.
Why This Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy and refreshing
- Tangy and sweet dressing
- Easy to make ahead
- Perfect for summer cookouts
What You'll Need for Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 large ripe mango
- 1 small red cabbage
- 1 small green cabbage
- 1 small red onion
- 1 small jalapeño
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Optional: Fresh cilantro
- Optional: Crumbled feta or cotija cheese
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Mango: Choose ripe but firm mangoes for the best texture.
- Jalapeño: Adjust to taste or omit for a mild slaw.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Mandoline Slicer — Ensures even slices for perfect coleslaw texture. → See on Amazon
- Immersion Blender — Makes quick work of blending the dressing. → See on Amazon
How to Make Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing
- Prepare the slaw: Finely shred the cabbages and thinly slice the mango and red onion. Seed and mince the jalapeño. Combine in a large bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Toss and serve: Just before serving, pour the dressing over the slaw and toss to combine. Garnish with fresh cilantro and crumbled cheese if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing
- : For a milder slaw, remove the seeds from the jalapeño.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't dress the slaw too far ahead, as it can become soggy. Toss just before serving.
- : To make ahead, prepare the slaw and dressing separately and store in the fridge. Combine just before serving.
Storing & Reheating Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover slaw in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare slaw and dressing separately up to 1 day ahead.
Freezing Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not necessary. Microwave: Not necessary.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a twist, try adding diced pineapple or grilled corn to the slaw.
- Best substitution: Substitute red wine vinegar for the lime juice for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare slaw and dressing separately up to 1 day ahead. Combine just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the slaw becomes soggy, add more shredded cabbage and toss to refresh.
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Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large ripe mango
- 1 small red cabbage
- 1 small green cabbage
- 1 small red onion
- 1 small jalapeño
Seasonings
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
Optional Toppings
- Fresh cilantro
- Crumbled feta or cotija cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the slaw: Finely shred the cabbages and thinly slice the mango and red onion. Seed and mince the jalapeño. Combine in a large bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Toss and serve: Just before serving, pour the dressing over the slaw and toss to combine. Garnish with fresh cilantro and crumbled cheese if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a twist, try adding diced pineapple or grilled corn to the slaw.
- Best substitution: Substitute red wine vinegar for the lime juice for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare slaw and dressing separately up to 1 day ahead. Combine just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the slaw becomes soggy, add more shredded cabbage and toss to refresh.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover slaw in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Not necessary.
- Microwave reheat: Not necessary.
- Make ahead: Prepare slaw and dressing separately up to 1 day ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing FAQs
Yes, prepare the slaw and dressing separately and store in the fridge. Combine just before serving.
The slaw may have been dressed too far ahead. Toss just before serving to keep it crispy.
Not recommended, as the texture will suffer when thawed.
No, this recipe is best made in a bowl and served cold.
Red wine vinegar can be used as a substitute for a different flavor profile.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
