Cilantro Poblano Slaw with Honey-Lime Dressing

This vibrant slaw features a delightful blend of crunchy cabbage, fresh cilantro, and roasted poblano pepper, all tossed in a sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing. The combination of flavors and textures makes it a perfect side dish for any meal, while the use of extra virgin olive oil and rice wine vinegar adds a healthful twist. This salad is vegetarian, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients, making it a great addition to your table.

Ingredients:

• ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
• ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt (more or less, to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper (more or less, to taste)
• 1 small head of cabbage, cored and very thinly sliced or shredded
• ¾ cup loosely packed fresh chopped cilantro
• 1 poblano pepper, seeded and diced (about ¾ cup diced)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, rice wine vinegar, honey, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, and diced poblano pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
4. Let the slaw sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.