Q: What is nutrition value (carbs, calories, fats) for one serving of coleslaw?
– Peter H., New Jersey
Question: What is nutrition value (carbs, calories, fats) for one serving of coleslaw?
– Peter H., New Jersey
Answer: It is difficult to say exactly how many calories, grams of carbs/fat/saturated fat and milligrams of sodium are in one serving of coleslaw, because there are many different ways to prepare this side item. Coleslaw is typically shredded cabbage and carrots with a mayonnaise based dressing. However, different vegetables, fruits and nuts can be added to the recipe, which would alter the nutritional content. The dressing used can also vary significantly in nutrients, depending on whether cream or sour cream is added (which would increase the calories, fat and carbohydrates) or whether a low-fat mayonnaise, vinegar, and/or yogurt is used. Seasonings can also vary significantly, some with a salt (sodium) base and others without.
Often times, coleslaw side dishes do not meet the Healthy Dining criteria for side items (250 calories or less, 8 g of fat or less, and 3 g of saturated fat or less), so it would be best to refer to the restaurant’s nutrition information, if available.