Whenever we have a family gathering at our house, we like to make it into a theme, such as Southwestern, so I knew I had to get Michelle’s, our daughter, Southwestern Ranch Coleslaw recipe. I knew that the flavor of the ranch dressing kicked up with adobo sauce, lime juice, cilantro, purple onion, and corn would compliment the menu for our Southwestern dining al fresco. This recipe has been updated from the original August 2014 version in order to provide a better experience for our readers. Last update May 2019.
For this recipe you will need: shredded cabbage, fresh or frozen corn, purple onion, prepared Ranch Dressing (the real deal), fresh lim juice, adobo sauce.
Purple Basil and Purple Coleslaw
We were so busy preparing for our family gathering I totally forgot to make a table centerpiece. I looked around the yard and what I saw was an abundance of purple basil.
I love purple basil because it has a twofold purpose. You can eat it and you can use it in flower arrangements.
So instead of a flower arrangement, I decided to make an herb bouquet. I was so proud of how it turned out I even made a Waterlogue print out of the photo.
I thought it made a great card. What do you think? Come to think of it, the purple basil complimented the purple in the Southwestern Ranch Coleslaw.
Planning what goes along with the spicy slaw
We planned the menu weeks before– pulled pork and drunken chickens . Yesterday Honey smoked the Boston Pork Butt and today the chickens were on their beer throne. I made the spicy slaw last night.
We decided on additional veggies so we made some grilled vegetables. Don’t they look yummy??
And to toast our Italian heritage we have an antipasto tray of Genoa Salami and assorted cheese.
I really wanted to get a photo of the antipasto tray but we have a family of male carnivores. Before I could grab the camera and snap a shot, the tray was empty.
I’ve had this problem many times before – I just have to be quicker.
The green tomatoes are ready for frying and as fast as Honey fries, those crispy tangy morsels disappear.
The delicious potato sourdough buns are warming in the oven. They turned out perfect.
These buns stand up well to the juice from the moist pulled pork that we top with the Southwestern ranch coleslaw.
The desserts to go with the spicy Ranch coleslaw
We thought that something cold and creamy would be ideal for this spicy gathering. The pies are in the freezer.
Yes, I made the Peaches and Cream Almondine Pie and the Blueberry Bottom Cream Pie.
Be prepared! Our kids learned that lesson well from their parents. Whenever they come to a gathering at our house, they bring their own containers for the leftovers. Isn’t that thoughtful?
They certainly didn’t want to miss out on all the goodies for lack of preparation. 😂
This Spicy Southwestern Ranch Coleslaw recipe is easy and quick to put together. The ingredients are easy to find, and you can easily use packaged coleslaw.
The store was out of the packaged purple slaw so we bought half a head of purple cabbage and grated it. It’s important to use the original Ranch Dressing to keep the flavor genuine, it does make a difference in the taste.
Every time that Michelle takes her coleslaw anywhere, she comes back with an empty container that’s sparkling clean.
You may enjoy these salads for your next gathering…
Panzanella Italian Bread Salad
Ramen Broccoli Slaw Crunchy Asian Salad
These salads are delicious and so fresh tasting.
Tutti a tavola è pronto
Un caro saluto e alla prossima.
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A beautiful glass bowl with a lid is just what you need for taking salads and sides to a picnic, family gathering, or potluck. I have one like this and we plan on getting another.
Spicy Southwestern Ranch Coleslaw With Adobo Sauce and Lime
If you want to be a real hit at the next potluck. picnic, or family gathering, bring this delicious spicy coleslaw. In fact, you had better make plenty because they will go back for seconds. Yes! It tastes that good. Don’t skimp with the dressing, though. Make sure it is the original Ranch.
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Southwestern Ranch Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1 bag shredded cabbage regular size.
- 1 bag shredded purple cabbage regular size If you can't find it already prepared you can shred 1/2 of a small head of purple cabbage.
- 10 oz. frozen corn about 1 1/2 cup more or less
- 1/2 purple onion diced -- more if you like
- 1 cup or more of cilantro -- this depends on how much you like cilantro
- 1 cup Ranch Dressing - the real thing
- 1 lime juiced must be fresh
- 1 Tablespoon adobo sauce -- more if you like it spicy
Instructions
- Combine all the veggies in a large bowl.
- Mix the Ranch Dressing, lime juice and adobo sauce and pour over the veggies and stir. Make sure the sauce covers all of the coleslaw.
- Can be served immediately or let the flavors meld for a few hours.
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Lori Hill says
Sounds delicious and so colorful! Thank you for sharing at #BloggjngGrandmothetsLinkParty
Dee | Grammy's Grid says
Slaw sounds tasty! Your male carnivores like your cooking! Shared x 3 ♥
Susie says
Just now getting around to reading emails……I can’t wait to try this recipe…..All my favorite ingredients…..DELISH😋….and my family will like this, too.
Good minds think alike……..G and I enjoyed reminiscing about our Memorial Day parties as we watched the ending of the Indy 500……..Good times for the WHOLE family, neighbors etc……..CHADD still talks about the GREAT time he had with his cousins at the Indy and Michelle’s delicious meals and hospitality. M…J…R….all like their mom and dad…..good cooks👩🍳👨🍳👨🍳
Thanks, again, Marisa…..for another tasty recipe…..
Swathi says
You had me with spicy abodo sauce. I like to add little spicy touch to everything. This Southwestern ranch coleslaw is colorful with purple cabbage and creamy I am in for few dig in.
Marisa Franca says
Hi, Swathi! We are making it again soon. It sure is tasty and we love the spice of it. If your family likes a little kick, this is it.
Sarah says
I love a good coleslaw and I bet the smokiness of the adobo sauce makes this amazing!
Marisa Franca says
We use lots of adobo sauce and the taste is great! Let me know if you try it! Have a great weekend.
Jessica (Swanky Recipes) says
I’ve totally been on a ranch kick lately and love adding it otherwise ordinary dishes. I just made a ranch potato salad and I’m secretly over here drooling at the idea of ranch coleslaw, yum!
Marisa Franca says
You’re going to love this, Jessica! It gives the coleslaw such a nice kick! Have a great weekend.
Kylee from Kylee Cooks says
I love anything with a southwestern flair. The lime and ranch on coleslaw would be so good in summer time!
Marisa Franca says
This is my daughter’s inspiration and I can’t believe how good it tastes. The lime and cilantro just scream summer to me.
Veena Azmanov says
Now that slaw sounds so interesting. I must admit I have only eaten slaw with Pork! Not sure why? But never ever made it otherwise. This looks so awesome, can’t wait to try.
Marisa Franca says
Thank you, Veena! I do hope you give it a try. It’s such a great flavor variation.
Molly Kumar says
The SoutWestern ranch coleslaw sounds so refreshing, especially for a summer picnic. It’s so easy to make that I can totally see it becoming a family fav and loved those fried green tomatoes (those are my fav summer food) 🙂
Marisa Franca says
Hi, Molly! We are partial to fried green tomatoes along with the coleslaw. Great picnic foods!
PAM says
This sounds like the perfect cookout menu, you can’t have pulled pork without slaw. And this slaw sounds delicious!
Marisa Franca says
Thank you, Pam! We feel that way too. Happy Independence Day!
Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says
This slaw looks amazing!!