🛒 Ingredients:

• 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage

• 1 cup finely shredded red cabbage, optional for color

• 1 cup shredded carrots

• 2–3 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped

• 3 green onions, thinly sliced

• ⅓ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• ¼ cup finely diced red onion, optional

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• ⅓ cup sour cream

• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

• 1 tablespoon honey or sugar

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 small garlic clove, grated or minced

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ¼ teaspoon cumin, optional

• 1 tablespoon pickled jalapeño juice, optional for extra tang

• 1–2 tablespoons milk or buttermilk, only if you want it looser

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1️⃣ Prepare the vegetables: Add shredded cabbage, carrots, jalapeños, green onions, cilantro, and red onion to a large mixing bowl.

2️⃣ Make the creamy dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, cumin, and pickled jalapeño juice if using.

3️⃣ Combine: Pour the dressing over the vegetables. Toss very well until every shred of cabbage is coated.

4️⃣ Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. For the best flavor, chill for 1–2 hours.

5️⃣ Taste and adjust: Before serving, stir again. Add more lime juice for brightness, salt for flavor, or extra jalapeño for heat.

⏰ Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes (including 30 minutes chill)

🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving – Estimated):

Calories: 217 kcal

Protein: 1 g

Carbohydrates: 6 g

Fat: 16 g