Calories in Coleslaw
Coleslaw has about 111 calories per 1 side (½ cup) (95 g), or 117 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 0.9 g protein, 9.9 g carbs and 7.6 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Coleslaw). Source: USDA FDC #2709815
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 side (½ cup) (95 g) | 1 cup (190 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | 111 kcal | 222 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 0.9 g | 1.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.4 g | 9.9 g | 19.8 g |
| Fat | 8 g | 7.6 g | 15.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 1.8 g | 3.6 g |
| Sugar | 7.4 g | 7 g | 14.1 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 266 mg | 532 mg |
About Coleslaw
Shredded cabbage and carrot in a creamy mayonnaise dressing, the standard side at barbecues and fried-chicken spots. A half-cup side is about 111 kcal — light, though more than plain cabbage because of the dressing.
Tip: Vinegar-based slaw has about half the calories of the creamy kind.
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Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
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Common questions
How many calories are in coleslaw?+
About 111 kcal per 1 side (½ cup) (95 g), or 117 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 cup of coleslaw?+
1 cup (190 g) is roughly 222 kcal with 1.7 g protein, 19.8 g carbs and 15.2 g fat.
Is coleslaw high in protein?+
Not really — 1 side (½ cup) gives about 0.9 g protein, only 3% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from fat.
Is coleslaw good for weight loss?+
Coleslaw is moderate in calories (117 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet in a normal portion — the key is keeping the serving to around 95 g and watching what you eat alongside it.
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