Weight Watchers Mexican Coleslaw

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Weight Watchers Mexican Coleslaw is a light and crunchy, colorful side dish that is refreshing and filling but Weight Watchers-friendly. Its ingredients are cooked cabbage that is shredded, carrots, corn, beans, and a tangy dressing to give it a touch of texture and flavor. The recipe can suit BBQ or tacos, or just be an easy side dish with grilled food. Whether one is busy or not, Weight Watchers Mexican Coleslaw can easily be prepared in advance as well. It is made with simple, whole food ingredients and a citrus dressing, so you experience flavor without any unnecessary calories. It makes the meal dynamic, as well as giving the table a fresh, light flavor.

STATS

  • Diet: Weight Watchers Friendly
  • Course: Side dish, Salad
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Level of difficulty: Easy
  • Time for prep: 15 minutes
  • Cooking time: 0 minutes
  • Working time (total): 15 minutes
  • Size/serving: 1 cup per serving
  • Mode of cooking: No-cook
  • Total yield: 6 servings

EQUIPMENT

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk/spoon for mixing

INGREDIENTS:

  • Four cups of green cabbage, shredded
  • Two cups of purple cabbage, shredded
  • One cup of carrots, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons of lime juice
  • A cup of thawed corn kernels, either fresh or frozen
  • 1 little red bell pepper, chopped
  • One little red onion, chopped finely
  • 1/4 cup of freshly chopped cilantro
  • One cup of rinsed & drained black beans
  • A quarter cup of Greek yogurt without fat
  • Two teaspoons of mild mayo
  • A teaspoon of powdered cumin
  • Half a teaspoon of chili powder
  • To taste, add salt and black pepper.
  • One teaspoon of apple cider vinegar

INGREDIENT NOTES

Green and purple cabbage:

  • Crunch, and variety in color. To save time, use pre-shredded mix.

Carrots:

  • Taste and texture, sweetness. Shredded carrots at home will be okay to use baby carrots.

Corn:

  • Includes a sweet flavor and a colorful splash. Grill serves smoky-tasting corn.

Black beans:

  • Increase plant fiber and protein. Pinto bean is an alternative.

Red bell pepper:

  • Adds a color and crunch. Bell pepper of any color may be used.

Red onion:

  • Bound to add a sharp taste. Before adding, absorb it in water for 10 minutes to determine if it’s too powerful for you.

Cilantro:

  • Adds a freshness to the recipe. In case you are not fond of cilantro, parsley will come as a substitute.

Greek yogurt:

  • This thickens the dressing, adds sourness and yet has a light flavor. It also contributes protein with not a lot of other points.

Light mayonnaise:

  • Maintains the dressing creamy. It is calorie-reduced yet has that traditional flavor.

Lime juice and vinegar:

  • Liven up the flavors and give zing. They mitigate the heaviness with a juicy acidity.

Spices:

  • Cumin and chili powder add warmth and a Mexican-inspired kick.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Put the carrots & cabbage in a big basin after shredding them.
  2. Fill the bowl with corn, black beans, onion, bell pepper, and cilantro.
  3. Mix the light mayo, cumin, lime juice, vinegar, Greek yogurt, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Drizzle the veggies with the dressing. Mix everything till it’s coated evenly.
  5. Before serving, let the flavors meld by chilling in the cooler for the next 20 minutes.
  6. Serve chilled inside tacos/as a side dish.

TIPS

  • Allowing it to cool down for a few hours prior to serving makes it even more delicious.
  • Put pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds on top when you serve them.
  • Dice jalapeños or add hot sauce to the dressing.
  • Cap with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu, and you have a meal.

DATA STORAGE

Refrigerate:

  • Keep for not less than 3 days in an airtight jar. Before serving, stir.

Freezer:

  • It is not advised to freeze the cabbage because it will become less crunchy.

FAQS

Can this be made dairy-free?

  • Unfortunately, substitute non-dairy the yogurt & vegan Mayo for the Greek yogurt.

What can I substitute beans with?

  • Chickpeas or lentils work equally well for a similar protein boost.

Can it be made oil-free?

  • Yes, Jew mayo & us only full yogurt with extra lime juice for the creaminess.

Is this hot?

  • It’s quite tame, but you can boost chili powder or include snappy chilies.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Calories: 120
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Dietary Fiber: 5g
Total Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Sodium: 200mg
Sugars: 6g
It is estimated that there are 2 SmartPoints per serving of Weight Watchers-Friendly Mexican Coleslaw.