Holy schnikes.
Just in case you want to know my favorite recipe of the summer.
It’s just that good.
I’m not bragging, just stating a fact.
And I just needed to make a good dinner. Fast. To bring to some sweet friends who just had a baby. With 20 minutes on the clock to do so. And it was hotter than hot potatoes out.
So, this beauty was born. A little accidental tag team combo of two great recipes, gone right.
And I’m not exaggerating. Since Monday, I’ve made it 3 times [yes, the large bowl version]. Ate it for all of my meals, with different additions on top. Just smiling every time.
So, there’s that.
And that it’s even better the next day, avocado and dressing and all.
If that’s not a perfect summer meal, then I don’t know what is.
Honey Cilantro Hot Sauce Dressing:
Makes approximately 6 servings
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons whole milk greek yogurt
3 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons hot sauce (or more if you like spicy things)
1/2 cup cilantro leaves
Juice from 1 ripe lime (1 large or 2 small)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Salad:
Makes 2 large servings or 4 side servings
4 cups cabbage slaw (pre-chopped, I love Trader Joe’s) or 1 head green cabbage finely chopped
1 bell pepper, any color, chopped
1 avocado, cubed
1 ear organic corn, kernels sliced off the cob
1 can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 organic chicken breast OR 6 thin cut chicken tenders OR 1 medium piece wild fish OR 8 wild prawns to grill
a few cilantro leaves to garnish
Directions:
Make dressing first by combining all ingredients in a blender. Set aside.
Grill chicken, fish or shrimp of your choice on the stovetop or BBQ over high heat, flipping only when you get a good sear on the first side. Slice or keep whole to serve.
Add cabbage, pinto beans, corn, peppers and avocado to a large bowl. Toss salad with dressing. Add grilled chicken, fish or shrimp over the top and sprinkle with extra cilantro to garnish.
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I made this last night and topped it with some baked chicken, it was amazing! I love the honey cilantro dressing. I did add some jalapeños – I like the spice 🙂
I can’t wait to make this again and top with a different protein.
So glad Andrea- I love it too!
Just by looking at the pics made me crave to eat a bowl of this. I always love making vegetable salads and this seems like a great addition. Definitely a perfect recipe for summer!
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So glad you tried it Samantha! Thanks for reading 🙂
Made this last night and you’re totally right, it’s perfect for summer. Crunchy, tangy, sweet, a little creamy…I am very glad I have a bunch of leftovers 🙂
Totally. I’m with you!
Sarah! I made this on Monday and ended up eating it all week, it’s SO GOOD, thanks for the rec!
You’re welcome! Glad you love it 🙂
Amazing!!! Made this with Erika and looved it!! I have been looking for some healthy cooking inspiration and found it! Thank you!!!!! Can’t wait for the cookbook!
Hi Sarah! How long does this keep in the fridge with the sauce on it? Want to make it for lunches this week 🙂 Thanks!
Hi Alexis, I’d give it a day for the best taste 🙂 You can make the entire thing and keep it in the fridge and just put the dressing on per serving too!
do you omit the corn and beans?
If you want to- it’s up to you. It’s great both ways 🙂
Have you ever calculated the nutritional info for this recipe? Would love to know!
If you don’t like cilantro what else can you use??
basil is a easy swap! Or any other herb you do like 😉
Wow, have just made this with sweetcorn but no beans. Have to say awesomely tasty and the dressing is so different and fresh, loved it ty.
Followed exact recipe and used salmon as the protein. So fresh and delicious!
Silly question, but do you cook the corn first? I bought fresh corn on the cobb.
No need to- summer corn is so fresh and sweet, you don’t need to!
Ooh I was just scouring pinterest for low carb meal ideas for this week and I came across this one and I can’t wait to try it! Very intrigued by the hot sauce in the dressing! Thanks for the inspiration!
Just made for dinner. Took a sneer taste and its delish!! Do u know how many calories are in it?
I made this today and it was fabulous. Thanks so much for such a great recipe.
I loved this recipe so much, I passed it on to two friends. Thanks!
This is awesome and then some. I was wary of the dressing. I was pleasantly surprised and am hooked. Didn’t have avocado or the corn but its still delicious! Thank you for sharing!
Delicious and I’ll be making this often! Thanks so much!
Just made this for dinner tonight and it is great!!! Already looking forward to having it for lunch tomorrow!
This is delicious!!! So glad I tried it. My husband loves slaw and spicy! He’s going to die when he tries this.
ooo I’m so glad! Love that 🙂
Loved it and it is my new go-to salad anytime of the year.. I forgot the corn but served with grilled fish and corn tortillas on the side– fish tacos- for those who wanted it. Making it again tonight — I will remember the corn.. Thank you for sharing
Hi Sarah, this sounds really good but was wondering if you’d tried just cabbage and carrots that were thinly sliced? I don’t eat beans and trying to eat less corn. Thinking it should yay good still with red and green cabbage and sliced carrots… What do you think?
Totally, it’s the dressing that’s amazing! I’ve made this many times without the beans and corn.
What kind of hot sauce do u use for the dressing?
I used one from Whole Foods in this recipe, but use whatever clean ingredient one you have!
Is it hot sauce like hot pepper sauce or like the stuff you dip chips in?
Hot pepper sauce!
This is a great salad, but when I click the “print” button, it prints 9 pages of comments along with the recipe.
I just realized how I found you, Sarah! It was this recipe right here! This is one of my absolute favorite recipes. I love cabbage, so how would I not love it?!
Aww I love it! So happy ????
Any non-dairy substitute for the yogurt?
Try coconut yogurt (unflavored!) ☺️
why can’t I print just the recipe? I don’t want to print 11 pages!!!!!
Hi Bonnie! Have you tried copying and pasting just the recipe into a word doc? This one is also in the cookbook if you prefer even less hassle too. Enjoy!
I want to know where you found that silverware? I love it!!
West Elm 🙂