If you’re like me, you are hanging on to every bit of summer. I wanted to make a coleslaw recipe that sings of summer. Bright, cheerful, and refreshing.

I also wanted to make a Jerk Turkey Burger and knew this would pair perfectly.

It’s a Win-Win!

You need a rainbow of colors for this Caribbean inspired coleslaw! With that comes a wonderful variety of textures and bright flavors.

You can mix and match the ingredients you include in this slaw. I knew I wanted to include mango to give it the Caribbean vibe. I also wanted the crunch that shredded carrots deliver.

The Caribbean Coleslaw Ingredients

• Green cabbage
• Purple cabbage
• Red bell pepper
• Mango
• Shredded carrots
• Jalapeno

For the Citrus Dressing I used mayonnaise as my base. You could certainly go with a more tangy vinegar based dressing. The fresh orange juice really adds the citrus pop.

The Citrus Dressing Ingredients

• Mayonnaise
• Apple cider vinegar
• Orange juice
• Dash of hot sauce
• Salt & pepper

This citrus dressing is light with bright bursts of orange flavor. You can adjust the hot sauce to give it a little kick.

This is meant to be a quick & easy slaw. Nothing fancy, but really pretty with the rainbow of colors.

The Method

• Shred or fine dice ingredients
• Toss with dressing
• Serve

Because sometimes simple is all you need!

Whether you’re topping your Jerk Turkey Burger or Pulled Pork Sandwich, a good coleslaw recipe can be a game-changer!

Here are some of our other coleslaw recipes you might enjoy!

• Apple Fennel Slaw {with Orange Cumin Dressing}
• Classic Coleslaw
• Sesame Brussels Sprout Slaw

Are there recipes that remind you of a favorite vacation that you’d like to see us recreate? I’d love for you to comment below. Your feedback is so important to me (and keeps the recipe love fresh).

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All my best,
xo Libby

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Colorful Caribbean Coleslaw with Citrus Dressing

Colorful Caribbean Coleslaw with Citrus Dressing is bursting with bright tropical flavors.

Course Side Dish

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Author Libby with Lemony Thyme

Ingredients

For the Coleslaw

• 1 cup shredded green cabbage
• 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup julienned red pepper
• 1/2 cup diced mango
• 1 small jalapeno, diced

For the Dressing

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 Tablespoons orange juice
• 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 dashes hot sauce
• salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

• Combine all coleslaw ingredients in a bowl. Mix dressing ingredients in a small bowl then pour desired amount over coleslaw.

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We’re just back from the US Virgin Islands (St. John) where we celebrated Shelby’s 30th birthday with a special getaway.

We loved St. John for her magical views, her underwater wonderland and wandering wildlife.

As we emerge from covid limitations this tiny island provided the perfect balance of adventure, tranquility, space and togetherness.

I’m still smiling :)

For the salad I used Israeli (Pearl) Couscous and lots of texture and colorful flavors.

Mango, sweet corn, jalapeño, red pepper, cilantro, green onion, and punchy jerk marinade as the dressing.

This Jamaican Jerk Marinade is loaded with fresh herbs, aromatics and warm spices.

You can easily double or triple the marinade recipe if you’re planning to make Jerk Chicken Wings or Turkey Tenderloin.

If you’re looking to spice up your backyard bbq’s this summer, why not throw an island party with some of these colorful tasty dishes.

Jamaican Red Beans & Rice {Rice & Peas}
The Painkiller Cocktail
Jamaican Jerk Marinated Turkey Tenderloin
Red Grapefruit Mojito
Jamaican Jerk Sugar Cane Shrimp
Jamaican Vegetable Rundown
Jerk Chicken Wings
Caribbean Couscous Salad
Fried Plantains

Caribbean Couscous Salad is going to become our go-to salad this summer!

Such a great warm weather side dish! I love that it can safely tolerate an outdoor buffet. And it can be made a day or two ahead so you too can enjoy the party!!

For my gluten free friends, Caribbean Quinoa Salad is an equally delicious summer side dish!

Simply replace the Israeli couscous with quinoa.

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All my best,
xo Libby

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Caribbean Couscous Salad

Caribbean Couscous Salad is going to become our go-to salad this summer! It's a great warm weather side dish that can safely tolerate an outdoor buffet and it can be made a day or two ahead so you too can enjoy the party!!

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Caribbean

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Author Libby with Lemony Thyme

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry Israeli couscous or substitute quinoa for gluten-free version
• 1 mango peeled & diced
• 1 ear corn on the cob kernels removed
• 1 jalapeno fine diced
• 1 small red bell pepper fine diced
• 2 scallions thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
• 1/2 cup Jamaican Jerk Marinade see recipe link in post
• salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

• Prepare couscous according to package instructions. Cool to room temperature.
• Combine cooled cooked couscous with remaining ingredients. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Mango Salsa.

You really ought to give fresh fruit a chance.  I know I’m preaching to the choir for many of you, but there are a good number of people who don’t want to be bothered with fruit.  Ahem.

For this salsa, basic ingredients come together so nicely when fresh herbs have a chance to join in.  I love cilantro and mint together and any time fruit is involved I invite lemony thyme to the party.  A basic rice vinegar and sugar dressing is all that’s needed.  We served this Mango Salsa with Grilled Vietnamese Chicken Thighs.  It would also be fabulous served with tortilla chips.

This may be very basic for some, but considering I haven’t always known “How to cut a mango” I thought I’d share the basics.

1. There is a large almond shaped pit in the center of a mango.
2. Using a sharp knife, cut down either side of the pit, coming as close to it as you can.
3. Use the knife to score a criss-cross pattern in the flesh, trying not to cut through the skin.
4. Use your hands to turn the scored mango half inside out.  Take the sharp knife and cut off cubes of mango.
5. Repeat with second half.  You may also be able to trim additional mango from around the pit.
6. Enjoy!

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Mango Salsa

Course Appetizer, Side

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Author lightly adapted from Weight Watchers

Ingredients

• 1 large mango seeded and cut into small dice
• 1/3 cup red onion fine diced
• 1/4 cup fresh mint & cilantro leaves
• 2-3 sprigs fresh lemony thyme leaves
• 3 Tbl. rice vinegar
• 1 tsp. sugar

Instructions

• Cut mango into a small dice, discarding seed and skins. Dice onion. Chop fresh herbs. Stir together all ingredients and chill.

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Today I had the pleasure of cooking for my work family.  I believe if you’re going to call a mandatory meeting during the lunch hour, at minimum provide them a lunch made with love.  And so we did.  We had an Antipasto tray, Mexican Chicken Soup, Tomato Bread Salad, Caprese Salad, Melon Carpaccio, and Blueberry & Mango Quinoa Salad with Lemony Basil Vinaigrette.  We had planned to have fresh baked cookies for dessert.  Leftover lunch turned into 3 o’clock break snacks and cookies were declared ‘tomorrow’s’ treat.

We added fresh blueberries, ripe mango, cubed cucumbers, and dried cranberries to our salad.  You could change it up adding strawberries or pineapple or even fine diced jalapeno.

This dish is so summery light and delicious.  One of my co-workers said it best…this could be dessert.  The fresh herbs add just the right depth of flavor and the lemon combined with the fruit sweetness gives the salad a beautiful tart finish.  It was a hit, even for those of us who said “Quin-WHAT?”  And check out all the amazing health benefits quinoa has to offer….just a little bonus!

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