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A close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw, featuring corn, red onion, and jalapenos.

Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw

This jalapeno corn coleslaw is bold, creamy, crunchy, and packed with sweet corn, crisp cabbage, and spicy jalapeno flavor in every bite. Perfect for BBQs, tacos, burgers, cookouts, and summer gatherings, this easy side dish delivers fresh texture and zesty flavor that instantly upgrades any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Coleslaw Mix
  • 4 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels
  • 1 jalapeno finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, corn kernels, jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, honey, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
  3. Pour dressing over the coleslaw mixture.
  4. Toss well until evenly coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
  6. Stir again before serving cold.

Notes

Fresh corn cut straight from the cob adds extra sweetness and crunch, but frozen thawed corn also works well for quick preparation. For a milder slaw, remove the jalapeno seeds before dicing.