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two spoons holding and serving some fish taco slaw showing the texture and coleslaw mixed in

Fish Taco Slaw

Fish taco slaw is Fish Taco's best friend! Easy, crunchy, tangy with a touch of sweetness, this coleslaw recipe will be your go to slaw even if you're not having it with tacos! Next time you're craving a crunchy salad, make this fish taco slaw recipe with video below.

Course Appetizer, Coleslaw, Salad, salad dressing, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Mexican, TexMex
Keyword air fryer fish tacos, colelsaw, coleslaw dressing, Coleslaw recipe, Fish slaw, Fish taco slaw, slaw, slaw recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 138 kcal
Author Mahy

Ingredients

Slaw

  • 4 cups cabbage shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups carrots shredded
  • 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/3 cup onions diced
  • 1 1/2 cups apple shredded, or use peaches

Coleslaw Dressing

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper each, and add in garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients for the slaw.

    Ingredients for fish taco slaw including cabbage shredded in a bowl, carrots shredded in another bowl, cilantro, diced onions, and shredded apples

  2. Add everything to a large bowl.

    All fish taco slaw recipe ingredients in a large bowl added together: cabbage, carrots, cilantro, onions, apples

  3. Make the dressing by mixing all ingredients together.

    the coleslaw dressing mixed together in a bowl and a spoon showing the final dressing

  4. Pour the dressing over the slaw.

    a hand pouring in the coleslaw dressing over the coleslaw

  5. Toss well and serve

    two spoons mixing up the dressing with the slaw to make the fish taco slaw recipe

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Fish Taco Slaw Tips & Variations

  • If you don’t like sour cream, you can switch it with mashed avocado or mayonnaise.
  • For a healthy version, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Mashed avocados will also do.
  • If you want the fish taco slaw to turn out even more flavorful, leave it in the fridge for 30 minutes so that all the ingredients can blend together.
  • To make it spicy, toss some peppers or jalapenos into the slaw. You can also sprinkle chili powder or cayenne pepper while serving.
  • The type of cabbage makes a difference when it comes to the crunch and texture. Using a white cabbage results in a hearty crunch, while a Napa cabbage results in a less crunchy slaw. Purple cabbage can be used too.
  • Leftovers of the slaw stores well for 5 days.

What is the white sauce on fish tacos made of?

The white sauce on fish tacos is made using sour cream, lime juice, sugar, and cilantro.

Can you make the slaw ahead of time?

Yes, you can make slaw up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in an airtight container. If you keep it for more than 2 days, it might turn watery, and the vegetables may lose their crispiness. The ideal time is to make it 3 to 6 hours ahead of time to enjoy the fresh and crisp vegetables.

Definitely Romaine if you're not a cabbage person, since all types of cabbages work. 

Can you make this fish taco slaw without cilantro?

Yes! If cilantro isn't the herb for you, then feel free to use parsley instead. 

Can you omit the sugar in this fish taco slaw?

The sugar adds a touch of sweetness, and you can omit it that completely. The slaw will have a more tart and tangy taste from the lime juice and seasoning. You can take advantage of the fruit here and use a really sweet peach with the slaw to add the touch of sweetness.

Nutrition Facts
Fish Taco Slaw
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 23mg8%
Sodium 141mg6%
Potassium 292mg8%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 5785IU116%
Vitamin C 23mg28%
Calcium 74mg7%
Iron 0.4mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.