Low Sodium Homemade KFC Coleslaw
Experience the crave-worthy flavor of KFC’s signature coleslaw with a heart-healthy twist! This Low Sodium Homemade KFC Coleslaw recipe delivers the creamy, tangy goodness you love while keeping salt content to a minimum. Packed with finely chopped green cabbage, grated carrot, and a luscious dressing made from low-sodium mayonnaise, low-fat buttermilk, and fresh lemon juice, this coleslaw is perfect for anyone watching their sodium intake. A hint of sweetness from granulated sugar balances beautifully with white vinegar and black pepper, creating a vibrant side dish that pairs flawlessly with grilled, roasted, or BBQ fare. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this delightful coleslaw is best served chilled after the flavors have melded together for a couple of hours—perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners. Healthy, homemade, and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is a must-try for fans of classic coleslaw!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Green cabbage
- 1 medium-sized Carrot
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium mayonnaise
- 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 2.5 tablespoons White vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Start by finely chopping the green cabbage and putting it into a large mixing bowl. The cabbage should be thinly sliced to achieve the traditional coleslaw texture.
Peel and grate the carrot into the bowl with the cabbage. Ensure the carrot is finely grated to mix well with the cabbage.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the low-sodium mayonnaise, granulated sugar, milk, low-fat buttermilk, white vinegar, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth to create the dressing.
Add the freshly ground black pepper to the dressing and stir well.
Pour the creamy dressing over the chopped cabbage and grated carrot. Use a spatula or large spoon to mix all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring that every piece of cabbage and carrot is coated with the dressing.
Cover the coleslaw with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours. This resting time allows the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the coleslaw a final stir to redistribute the dressing. Enjoy your low sodium coleslaw as a side dish with your favorite meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
856 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.0 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1195 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
