Salad dressing, coleslaw
FDC 169056tbsp (19 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 13 · -9 vs Fats & oils medianColeslaw dressing scores 13 of 100, placing it in the Low band at rank 44 of 60 among Fats & oils, but it delivers vitamin E at a notable 21% DV, an excellent showing for a condiment.
It is spooned over shredded cabbage and other slaws rather than eaten by itself, with a tablespoon being a typical serving. It runs high in sodium at 850 mg per 100 g, sugars at 21.2 g per 100 g, and saturated fat at 5.3 g per 100 g, three limitations worth noting; Salad dressing, buttermilk, lite scores higher in the same category.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 404 kcal | 20% |
| Total fat | 35 g | 44% |
| Saturated fat | 5.3 g | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 850 mg | 37% |
| Carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 21 g | |
| Protein | 0.85 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.33 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 3 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 17 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 3.1 mg | 21% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 7.8 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% |
| Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 4 g | |
| Protein | 0.16 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 6.7 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 1.7 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.06 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 0.57 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.11 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3.2 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.59 mg | 4% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 169056Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the fats & oils median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
Fish oil, menhadenDensity 15 vs 13Fish oil, sardineDensity 16 vs 13Salad dressing, buttermilk, liteDensity 17 vs 13Original analysis by NutriVerdict
In the kitchen and how to use it
Coleslaw dressing is a creamy, tangy-sweet dressing built on a mayonnaise base, made specifically for tossing with shredded cabbage and carrots to make coleslaw. Its thick texture clings well to shredded vegetables without pooling at the bottom of the bowl, and its sweet-tart profile is designed to balance the sharpness of raw cabbage. Beyond slaw itself, the same dressing doubles as a sandwich spread on pulled pork or fried chicken sandwiches, a dip for French fries or fried pickles, or a drizzle over a burger for extra tang.
Keep the bottle refrigerated after opening and give it a good shake or stir before using, since the oil and other ingredients can separate slightly in storage. A single tablespoon, about 19 g, is the typical amount used to dress a modest portion of slaw, which matters because the dressing runs high in sodium at 850 mg per 100 g, so measuring rather than pouring freely keeps a slaw from turning overly salty. At 404 calories per 100 g, it is calorie-dense for a condiment, largely from its 34.5 g of fat, though that oil base also contributes vitamin E at 21 percent of the daily value per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions about salad dressing, coleslaw
How many calories are in coleslaw dressing?
Coleslaw dressing has about 404 calories per 100 g, mostly from its 34.5 g of fat.
Is coleslaw dressing high in sodium?
Yes, it contains 850 mg of sodium per 100 g, so it is best measured by the tablespoon rather than poured freely.
What is coleslaw dressing used for besides slaw?
It also works as a sandwich spread, a dip for fries, or a drizzle over burgers for extra tang.