KFC Inspired15 min2.5x the proteinKFC Lightened-Up Coleslaw
Crisp, tangy-sweet cabbage slaw with the same creamy classic flavor, made with a yogurt-based dressing instead of straight mayo.
Healthier swap for KFC Coleslaw
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Nutrition facts
Per serving — 6 servings total
- Calories
- 72 kcal
- Protein
- 2g protein
- Carbs
- 10g carbs
- Fat
- 3g fat
- Sugar
- 7g sugar
- Sodium
- 180mg sodium
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- 400g
- 80g
- 20g
- 80g
- 20g
- 1 tbsp
- 1.5 tbsp
- 1/2 tsp
- to taste
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Ingredients
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- 400g
- 80g
- 20g
- 80g
- 20g
- 1 tbsp
- 1.5 tbsp
- 1/2 tsp
- to taste
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Steps
- 1Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and onion in a large bowl.
- 2Whisk together yogurt, mayo, vinegar, sugar, celery seed, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.
- 3Pour dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
- 4Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld and the cabbage soften slightly.
Tips
- Salt the shredded cabbage and let it sit 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess water for a less watery slaw.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Ingredients
0 of 9 checked off
- 400g
- 80g
- 20g
- 80g
- 20g
- 1 tbsp
- 1.5 tbsp
- 1/2 tsp
- to taste
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Steps
- 1Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and onion in a large bowl.
- 2Whisk together yogurt, mayo, vinegar, sugar, celery seed, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.
- 3Pour dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
- 4Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld and the cabbage soften slightly.
Tips
- Salt the shredded cabbage and let it sit 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess water for a less watery slaw.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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